Senior Payroll Implementation Specialist – NL, Belgium

Remote

Senior Payroll Implementation Specialist ensuring accurate payroll for clients in Netherlands and Belgium. Manage implementation projects from kick-off to go-live with multiple stakeholders.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsSenior💰 $41,600 - $93,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive payroll expertise in the Netherlands and Belgium, with a strong focus on compliance, implementation, and project management. Capable of developing standardized processes and effectively communicating with stakeholders while maintaining attention to detail and meeting KPIs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll Implementation ExperienceAFAS Payroll Software ProficiencyBelgian Payroll Knowledge (EasyPay)Legislative Knowledge (Loonheffing, Zorgverzekeringswet)Strong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Payroll ReconciliationParallel Run ValidationProject PlanningData ValidationPayroll Process Development

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving AbilityAttention to DetailAdaptabilityAsynchronous Work Understanding

Tools & Technologies

AFASEasyPay

Industry Keywords

EORGlobal PayrollLoonheffingPremies WW/ZW/WIAZorgverzekeringswet30% RulingONSS/RSZDimonaDmfA Quarterly CyclesSector CLA Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the true subject matter expert for the Netherlands and Belgium, covering both EOR and Global Payroll
Attend sales calls as the Country Payroll SME when required
Participate in sales handovers and client handover and kick-off calls
Own the planning, execution, and monitoring of payroll implementation projects, ensuring timely and compliant delivery
Own the full process from inception through parallel runs and the first month of live payroll before handing over to Payroll Operations
Ensure that there is a complete record of all choices and configurations made throughout the implementation and that Payroll Operations have full visibility, including all SOPs required to fulfil business as usual
Develop and maintain detailed project plans and timelines
Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders throughout the implementation, including the customer, internal teams, and payroll software providers
Input and validate data directly in payroll software — AFAS for the Netherlands and EasyPay for Belgium
Develop and implement standardised payroll processes, project plans, and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency across implementations
Support and mentor Payroll Generalists working alongside you during implementations
Maintain focus on KPIs and SLAs throughout the implementation lifecycle
Work with internal teams to improve the Remote platform, completing UAT testing and ensuring all changes are documented

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of direct, hands-on payroll experience in the Netherlands, with solid legislative knowledge covering loonheffing, premies WW/ZW/WIA, Zorgverzekeringswet, and the 30% ruling
Several years of direct, hands-on payroll experience in Belgium, including ONSS/RSZ, Dimona, DmfA quarterly cycles, and sector CLA structures
Proven payroll implementation experience, including owning or significantly contributing to end-to-end projects from client kick-off through go-live
Direct working experience with AFAS for Dutch payroll; experience with EasyPay for Belgian payroll is a strong advantage
Strong communication skills for explaining payroll processes and compliance requirements to clients and stakeholders
Structured mindset with strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
Experience with payroll reconciliations and parallel run validation
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, fully remote environment and default to action
Constantly thinking of ways to improve and speed up your work
You understand the need and value of working largely asynchronously
Fluent written and spoken English; Dutch or French is a strong advantage
Experience working remotely is not required but considered a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

work from anywhere
flexible paid time off
flexible working hours (we are async)
16 weeks paid parental leave
mental health support services
stock options
learning budget
home office budget & IT equipment
budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces