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Experienced Finnish Payroll Specialist in Spain

On-site in Málaga, Armilla, Las Rozas de Madrid, Barcelona & Valencia·Added 2 months ago (last checked 12 Oct)

SD Worx

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Málaga, Armilla, Las Rozas de Madrid, Barcelona & Valencia
English
Required
Other languages
Finnish
Experience
5+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in FI.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What do we expect from you?
• You have extensive experience of at least 5 years managing the entire payroll process, from data entry to tax returns, preparing bank files, calculating holiday pay, and other areas of payroll.
• You thrive in a dynamic environment, are proactive, and have a growth-oriented attitude as well as a genuine interest in making a positive impact in a vibrant organization.
• You have excellent Finnish language skills (C2) and good English language skills (B2). Additionally, you have a strong knowledge of Finnish labor legislation and payroll regulations before a potential move to Spain.
• Experience with SD Worx Web and SD Worx Client (formerly Aditro) is considered a significant advantage.
• You bring good team spirit, a healthy sense of humor, and perseverance to the team.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What do we offer you?
🏝️ Comprehensive training and development programs.

🏝️ Flexible working hours.

🏝️ Private health insurance, 100% covered by SD Worx.

🏝️ 25 vacation days.

🏝️ 18 hours for personal matters.

🏝️ Reduced working hours in summer: 36 hours per week instead of 40, for 4 weeks (in July or August).

🏝️ Flexible compensation options: meal, transport, and childcare vouchers, etc.

🏝️ Laptop and equipment provided.

🏝️ Workation: the opportunity to work abroad for up to 4 weeks per year (where SD Worx has a legal entity).

🏝️ Training opportunities: whether you want to deepen your expertise in your field or broaden your skills, there is always room to grow at SD Worx!

🏝️ Career growth: at SD Worx, we encourage internal mobility and continuous development, giving our employees the chance to try new roles, move between teams and departments, and build a long-term career with us.

🏝️ We work hard, but we also make time for team spirit. Regular team events and social activities are an important part of our culture.

We work from various locations as one team and strive to be better together.

SD Worx values diversity in the workplace. Diversity brings inspiration and innovation to our company. We especially welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of origin, nationality, gender, skin color, ethnic or social background, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or life situation.

The role

Join our team as a Finnish payroll specialist in sunny Spain!

SD Worx is a leading European payroll and HR services provider with a global reach. We have offices in Europe and Mauritius. Our goal is to make HR and payroll solutions truly impactful for our clients and their employees. Our HR solutions cover the entire employee lifecycle, from payroll to talent acquisition, rewards, and development. Are you ready to join our team?

About the role:
In this key role, you will be part of our operational payroll team. You will be responsible for delivering comprehensive payroll solutions in an international environment that supports continuous learning and career development.

What you'll do

What can you expect?
• You will be responsible for the entire payroll process for Finnish clients, ensuring detailed and accurate execution.
• You will participate in team initiatives to streamline processes and improve service quality through innovative technological solutions.
• You will provide expert support and handle demanding payroll-related questions with care and precision.

We don't just fill vacancies - we are purposefully seeking the right talent to strengthen our Nordic teams.

We don't just fill vacancies - we are purposefully seeking the right talent to strengthen our Nordic teams. If you are looking for a long-term career opportunity in an organization that invests in finding the right talent, this could be the place for you.

Hiring process

3 steps5 interviewsa task to do
  1. Application

  2. Recruiter interview

    With a recruiter

    A phone or video interview if your profile matches the role.

  3. Interviews with the hiring manager

    With hiring manager and key stakeholders · 1–3 sessions

    Meet the hiring manager and possibly other key stakeholders.

  4. Case interview or assessment

    Not every role

    Included for some roles.

  5. Reference checks

  6. Job offer

  • SD Worx says it usually responds to applications within a week.

About SD Worx

SD Worx is a European HR and payroll services provider headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. The company specializes in payroll administration, HR administration, and related software solutions, operating across multiple European countries with a strong focus on local expertise and compliance. With a workforce of several thousand employees, SD Worx serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large international corporations, and is recognized as a leading player in the European HR services market.

SD Worx has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, where they deliver payroll and HR services to both Spanish and international companies. The company is known for its international and multicultural work environment, actively hiring professionals from across Europe, including roles for SAP SuccessFactors consultants, payroll specialists, and HR operations staff. For international professionals, SD Worx offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, cross-border environment, leveraging their language skills (e.g., German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish) and expertise in various HR and payroll systems, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the European HR tech sector.

Industry
HR Payroll
Founded
1945
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Antwerp, Belgium
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
sdworx.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • SD Worx actively hires international professionals, with many roles explicitly requiring language skills such as German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, or Danish, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain (Madrid and Barcelona), offering opportunities to work on Spanish payroll projects while being part of a European-wide organization.
  • Many roles are client-facing and require fluency in a specific European language, so language skills are a key asset for international candidates.
  • The company offers a multicultural and multilingual work environment, with teams spread across Europe.
  • SD Worx provides a clear career path in HR and payroll consulting, with opportunities to specialize in SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM, and other HR technologies.

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Additional information

Salary range information will be shared with candidates during the first conversation with the Talent Acquisition team.

Salary range information will be shared with applicants during the first conversation with the Talent Acquisition team.

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