HR Payroll & Systems specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. Ascom scores B on the Alion truth index.
At Ascom, we bring data to life.
We are a global solutions provider focused on healthcare ICT and mobile workflow solutions. Our purpose is to close digital information gaps, enabling better decision-making - anytime and anywhere.
With operations in over 20 countries and headquarters in Switzerland, you will be part of an international environment where collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement are key to our success.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced HR - Payroll & Systems Specialist, to join our team in Gothenburg, supporting the Nordic region. In this role, you will act as the subject matter expert within payroll and HR systems, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and efficient payroll delivery across the Nordics.
As Ascom works with an external payroll provider, you will not execute payroll directly. Instead, you will own governance, data quality, and vendor collaboration, while driving improvements in systems, processes, and integrations. This is a key role for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of HR, payroll, systems, and data.
Key Responsibilities
Own and maintain governance of Nordic payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance
Manage and challenge external payroll providers to secure high-quality delivery
Ensure compliance with local legislation, collective agreements, and internal policies
Maintain controls, validations, and reconciliations to ensure data integrity
Own and improve payroll-related data and system landscape
Support integrations between HR, payroll, and Finance systems
Drive automation, digitalisation, and system improvements
Support system changes, implementations, and process standardisation
Develop and maintain payroll reporting and dashboards
Analyse data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Translate data into actionable insights for HR and Finance stakeholders
Work closely with HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors
Support key HR processes such as salary reviews, audits, and reporting
Act as a trusted advisor within payroll and HR systems
Your Profile
We are looking for someone who combines strong payroll expertise with a clear interest in systems and data.
You bring:
Solid experience in payroll within one or more Nordic countries
Experience working with external payroll providers (preferably in an international environment)
Strong understanding of Nordic payroll legislation and compliance requirements
High technical capability, including HRIS, payroll systems, and data flows
Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting and/or BI tools
Fluency in English; a Nordic language is a strong advantage
Who You Are
Structured, detail-oriented, and accountable
Comfortable working with data, systems, and complexity
Proactive with a strong improvement mindset
Collaborative and able to build trust across functions and geographies
Professional and confident in handling sensitive information
Why Join Us?
At Ascom, you will:
Work in a global and dynamic environment with strong collaboration across countries
Have the opportunity to shape and improve payroll and system processes in the Nordics
Be part of an HR team focused on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
Contribute to solutions that ultimately impact healthcare and patient outcomes
Apply today and be part of our journey to bring data to life.