Levi Strauss & Company:
Payroll Specialist Job in Zaventem, VT

JOB DESCRIPTION We believe that clothes — and how you make them — can make a difference. Since 1853, we’ve been obsessed with innovation to meet people’s needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we reinvented khaki pants. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines for our manufacturing partners. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. A company doesn’t last 160 years by standing still. It endures by reinventing itself, striving to delight its consumers, winning in the marketplace, and by remaining true to its values. Put simply, if you’re looking for a new opportunity, this is a great place to grow your career. We are currently looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our HR team in our European headquarters in Diegem, Belgium. In this role you will be reporting to the Payroll and Benefits Lead. Responsibilities: • Execute payroll administration on a monthly basis and prepare employment reports in an accurate, timely and customer orientated manner, in line with local reporting needs for Belgium (corporate and stores) • Coordinate effectively monthly, yearly and ad hoc projects related to payroll and time and attendance • Ensure that payroll activities adhere to documented SOX requirements, internal SOPs and internal & external audit requirements and agreed control mechanisms are properly executed • Control the Payroll department costs, in line with the agreed budget • Front line responsibility with Managers and Employees regarding payroll queries and escalations liaising with Payroll and Benefits Lead • Maintain a smooth collaboration with Payroll and Benefits Lead, the payroll provider, the local HR and finance team and the Compensation & Benefits team • Manage front end support to and provide timely and personalized information to employees before and after payroll changes occur • Provide clear communication to the local HR team and employees about collective or individual changes. Requirements: • Studies in Human Resources/ Social Legislation /Law / Finance/ Economics (or equivalent by experience) • Proficiency in Excel • Interest in payroll • Experience in an international environment • Stress resistant and able to work under tight deadlines • Team player, able to establishes good relationships with colleagues and employees • Excellent communication skills • Excellent administration skills • Customer oriented, ability to adapt to your audience • High work standards & sense for confidentiality • Analytical & numerical ability • Systems oriented • Knowledge or interest in Social Legislation • Fluent in English and Dutch or French (oral and written as well) • Time & Attendance and payroll systems implementation experience is a plus Travel: 0-5% What we offer: • An opportunity to work in a world-renowned, historic fashion brand that lives by its values • A chance to drive real change in an organization undergoing significant growth and transformation • A diverse, international environment of smart, inspiring people • A fun, creative, modern casual dress culture LOCATIONZaventem, BelgiumFULL TIME/PART TIMEFull time