Location: Riga, Latvia
Employment: Full-time
Languages: English (must), Latvian or Russian (preferred)
We’re supporting an international company in strengthening its Finance team with a Payroll Specialist who will take ownership of payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions (EU and non-EU).
This is a structured, detail-driven role for someone who understands payroll mechanics beyond basic calculations – someone who can validate data, coordinate with HR and external payroll providers, ensure compliance, and contribute to process optimization and automation initiatives.
If you’re comfortable working with confidential data, strict deadlines, and multi-country environments – this role offers both stability and professional growth.
What You’ll Do
Payroll Operations & Control
- Validate payroll-related data received from HR (employment changes, compensation updates)
- Review payslips and payroll reports prepared by external payroll advisors
- Ensure accurate monthly calculation of salaries, bonuses, sick leave, and vacation pay
- Monitor timely payroll payments, including taxes and social security contributions
- Prepare final payroll calculations for employee terminations
- Record payroll-related entries (salaries, bonuses, taxes, contributions) in the ERP system
- Maintain payroll documentation and ensure confidentiality and compliance
Collaboration & Support
- Work closely with HR and Finance teams across jurisdictions
- Handle payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders
- Support monthly Finance onboarding processes for newcomers
- Assist in internal payroll audits and reviews
Process Improvement & Automation
- Participate in standardization and optimization of payroll processes
- Regularly update payroll policies and internal guidelines
- Support automation initiatives and workflow improvements
- Strengthen internal controls and data accuracy practices
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Audit
- 2–4 years of payroll experience
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, taxes, and statutory contributions
- Experience working with external payroll providers and HR teams
- Multi-country payroll experience is a strong advantage
- English at Upper-Intermediate or Advanced level
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage deadlines and sensitive information
- Proactive mindset and strong communication skills
Why Join?
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 100% paid sick leave
- 20 paid vacation days + 6 additional days for important life events
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
- Language courses to support multilingual communication
- International, dynamic team environment
- Corporate events and team-building activities
- Top-quality hardware and equipment
- Welfare support program in critical situations
- Thoughtful milestone gifts (marriage, parenthood, and more)