Payroll Accountant (Global)

Ajax Systems is an international tech company and the largest manufacturer of security systems in Europe, with over 4.5 million end users and 330K PRO users in more than 180 countries worldwide. The company offers end-to-end solutions for protecting homes and businesses оf any scale. To date, Ajax product portfolio includes 280 devices for intrusion protection, video surveillance, fire and life safety, and comfort and automation. The company employs 6,000 specialists.

We develop local teams because we understand local experts best comprehend market specifics. The company has sales representatives worldwide, including Italy, Spain, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, the USA, Australia, South Africa and other regions. The Global Business Development team is like-minded people who share the ambitious goals of Ajax Systems.

The company emerged against the backdrop of revolution and war. That's why resilience is the cornerstone of the brand's DNA, and the fight against evil by creating the best security and automation devices is Ajax unwavering mission.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate monthly payroll processes across multiple countries, including Europe, the UK, and North America.
• Prepare and submit payroll data to local payroll providers, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Review payroll calculations and payslips, including gross-to-net calculations, taxes, social security contributions, benefits, and deductions.
• Coordinate salary payments and ensure timely settlement of payroll taxes and statutory contributions.
• Maintain and reconcile payroll accounting records, including payroll journals, accruals, liabilities, and balance sheet accounts.
• Review and process employee expenses and reimbursements in line with company policies and local regulations.
• Ensure accurate payroll and accounting treatment of employee benefits, bonuses, allowances, and other compensation elements.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Treasury, and external payroll providers to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Monitor changes in local payroll legislation, tax regulations, and social security requirements.
• Manage communication with external payroll providers and resolve payroll-related queries and discrepancies.
• Participate in payroll process improvements, automation, and standardization across international entities.

Requirements:

• Experience in international payroll administration, payroll accounting, or a similar finance-related role.
• Practical understanding of payroll processes, gross-to-net calculations, taxation, and statutory contributions.
• Experience working with external payroll providers across multiple jurisdictions.
• Good knowledge of payroll accounting, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Understanding of employee benefits, expense reimbursements, and their payroll and tax implications.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with payroll or accounting systems.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• English proficiency sufficient for communication with international colleagues and external providers.

We offer:

• An opportunity to work in an international technology company with a growing global presence.
• Exposure to payroll operations across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
• Close collaboration with international HR, Finance, and Accounting teams.
• Opportunities to improve, automate, and standardize international payroll processes.
• A professional environment with opportunities for growth and development.