Zürich
Senior Payroll Specialist (m/f/d)
- 11 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent), English (Fluent), French (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
We have developed a web-based online platform for job searching and talent acquisition that digitalises the
application process and supports companies in quickly recognising talents in the market and securing them for the long term. With a digital Rocken profile, every
applicant can quickly and easily connect with market-leading companies and share their profile.
Our work places people at the centre, both technologically and organically. Rocken® offers
executive search and talent management consulting to address the personal and individual needs
of each person and to implement these optimally in recruitment and career planning.
Senior Payroll Specialist (m/f/d)
Role:
In this role, you will take on the professional leadership in payroll accounting for several client mandates with a focus on temporary personnel services and ensure correct, timely remuneration in compliance with all legal requirements. You will work closely with your contacts and bear responsibility for the professional, legally compliant handling of payroll processes. You will actively shape how digitalisation and AI are used and further developed in payroll processes. You will benefit from flexible working options including home office, attractive social benefits, generous holiday and leave days, as well as a modern working environment with a workation option. Additionally, training opportunities, a dog-friendly environment, and various social events are available to support your personal and professional development.
Responsibilities:
- You lead a team of payroll specialists from recruitment through onboarding to performance development
- In this role, you ensure correct, timely, and collective labour agreement-compliant payroll accounting for several client mandates
- As team leader payroll accounting, you monitor compliance with legal requirements in the payroll area, including withholding tax and VAT aspects
- You handle complex special cases in payroll accounting, such as overtime, deductions, or tax-related issues
- In this role, you are responsible for the complete accounts receivable accounting and work closely with the financial accounting department
- As team leader payroll accounting, you drive the digitalisation of payroll processes, including the use of AI-supported tools for automation and error detection
Qualifications:
- You hold a Swiss federal certificate in human resources or payroll or a comparable qualification such as a degree in business administration or HR
- You have several years of professional experience in payroll administration and/or accounting, ideally in a leadership position and in the personnel services industry
- You have a solid knowledge of legal requirements in payroll, especially in social security, tax, and labour law
- You demonstrate strong leadership skills and are able to motivate and develop a team
- You communicate confidently and fluently in German, English, and French and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- You are proficient with MS Office and common payroll software and enjoy using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Copilot to increase efficiency
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours: Up to 50% home office after the probation period
- Above-average holiday and leave days: 25 holiday days, 4 bridge days, and birthday off
- Comfortable office with modern infrastructure: Modern offices, snacks, drinks, monthly communal lunch
- Numerous employee events: Summer parties, Christmas celebrations, and other social events
- Attractive training and development opportunities: Further training and support for learning goals
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Work location
Zurich
Contact
Benjamin Citaku,
+41443852179
