Payroll & Benefits Specialist; FTC,

Payroll & Benefits Specialist (FTC, 12 Months)

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. We are looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to provide operational support during a key transformation of our HR and payroll landscape. This role will be central to the migration of payroll from our current provider to ADP (Abacus) and the transfer of additional HR administration services. You will work closely with our Global HR team to ensure the Oracle HR system is configured in line with Swiss requirements, reporting to the Compensation & Benefits Manager and acting as an operational partner in ensuring all processes are configured, tested, and executed accurately and efficiently.

• Reconcile and approve complex payroll data (new hires, leavers, bonuses, variable pay, deductions, absences, shadow payroll, LTI/RSUs, and benefits in kind).
• Oversee social insurance declarations, source tax, and other statutory contributions in compliance with Swiss legislation.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing payroll documentation and reconciliations.
• Answer questions related to pay slips, annual tax documents, social insurance, taxation, annual calendar, counters, and hour balances.
• Organize or participate in information sessions for employees.
• Maintain and update employee data in HRIS and personnel files, ensuring GDPR and Swiss labor law compliance.
• Assist in administration of employee benefits (pension, family allowances, sickness and accident claim).
• Support annual salary and bonus review processes by providing data and analysis.
• Support the migration of payroll services from the current provider to ADP.
• Assist in transitioning HR administration services to ADP, establishing proper processes, accountabilities, and workflows.
• Conduct data preparation, testing, and validation to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with Swiss legislation.
• Support the local implementation of Oracle HR system, capturing Swiss payroll and HR admin requirements.
• Collaborate with the C&B Manager, global HRIS team, Finance, and ADP to align payroll and HR admin processes.
• Document payroll and admin processes.
• Provide operational support in ad-hoc Compensation & Benefits projects, including benefits, job leveling, and reporting.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Swiss payroll operations, ideally with exposure to system/provider transitions and payroll implementation.
• In-depth knowledge and experience managing international payroll, equities, and LTI.
• Experience in payroll/HRIS transformation and implementation projects with global teams.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss social security, tax, and labor law.
• Understanding of HR administration processes and their connection to payroll.
• Familiarity with ADP/Abacus solutions and/or HRIS platforms (Oracle HR is a plus).
• Strong Excel skills, including advanced data management and report creation.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining full confidentiality.
• Structured, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills in English (French or other European language is an asset).

• A pivotal operational role in a strategic payroll and HR transformation project.
• Close collaboration with the Compensation & Benefits Manager and global HR team.
• Flexibility with a part‑time workload (80‑100%).
• An international, dynamic, and supportive work environment.