Our client is a leading international financial institution based in Basel, offering a global and collaborative working environment. As a Payroll Officer, you will manage payroll operations, social security, and tax activities for employees and pensioners, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement.brPayroll OperationsbrManage and review end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliancebrValidate salary adjustments, benefits, and pension-related changesbrInvestigate and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely mannerbrEnsure accurate and timely payments to employees and pensionersbrPrepare payroll-related accounting entries and support monthly reconciliations in collaboration with FinancebrAct as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queriesbrbrbrSocial Security TaxbrAdminister Swiss social security accounts (e.g. AHV/ALV) in line with legal requirementsbrSupport employees with tax-related queries in coordination with internal stakeholders and external advisorsbrContribute to annual tax return support processesbrbrbrProcess Improvement DocumentationbrReview and document payroll processes, identifying opportunities for improvementbrImplement best practices and enhance efficiency in payroll operationsbrMaintain accurate payroll records in line with internal policiesbrbrbrStakeholder Operational SupportbrCollaborate closely with HR, Finance, and external banking partnersbrProvide ad hoc support within the payroll team and cover during absencesbrOversee processes related to employee financial accounts and related transactionsbrbrMin. 3 months temporary contract (from 01.08) - possibility of extensionbrOpportunity to work in a prestigious international organisation in Basel Citybrbr+5 years of experience in payroll operationsbrStrong expertise in multi-currency payroll environmentsbrSolid understanding of Swiss payroll regulations (including social security and tax)brHands-on experience with HR systems (ideally Workday)brProven experience in reconciliation, reporting, and audit processesbrStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detailbrExcellent communication skills in English (German is a plus)brAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentbrbrbrbrbrOpportunity to work in a prestigious international organisationbrCollaborative and professional working environmentbrExposure to complex global payroll structuresbrbrbr...