Payroll Specialist Europe

Lucid Motors • Amsterdam, NH

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About The Position

Lucid is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented European Payroll Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations across multiple European countries. Reporting to the European Payroll Lead, this position works closely with HR, Finance, external payroll providers, and employees to ensure timely payroll processing and a positive employee experience. It offers an opportunity to develop a career in international payroll within a growing multinational environment.

The role supports the end-to-end payroll process, from collecting and validating payroll data through reviewing results, resolving discrepancies, and preparing reconciliations and reports. It also helps maintain payroll records and documentation, support compliance and audits, participate in payroll projects and system changes, and improve processes and service delivery. A background check may be required during hiring, in accordance with European data protection laws; candidates will be informed and asked to consent before it is conducted.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience with European payroll processes.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, or employment regulations in one or more European countries.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-focused mindset and commitment to employee experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Team-oriented approach and willingness to learn and grow.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, international environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with HRIS, payroll systems, or time and attendance systems.
• Additional European language skills.
• Experience working in a multinational environment.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end payroll processing for multiple European countries, ensuring accurate and timely execution.
• Gather, validate, maintain, and upload payroll data, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, and deductions.
• Review payroll reports, reconcile payroll results, and resolve discrepancies before payroll completion.
• Maintain payroll records, documentation, calendars, checklists, and process documentation in accordance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance with local payroll legislation, tax regulations, statutory reporting obligations, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Liaise with external payroll providers and collaborate with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to address payroll questions and issues.
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, reports, and supporting documentation, including for month-end payroll activities.
• Participate in payroll projects, system implementations, upgrades, testing, and expansion initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, efficiency, and service delivery, and support the implementation of enhancements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level