At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.
As Senior Payroll Specialist with Dutch you will be accountable for executing payroll for Alcon associates in adherence with the Payroll Service Center service levels (SLAs), key process, and operational metrics (KPIs).
In this role, a typical day will include:
- Applying advanced knowledge and understanding of payroll processing for Belgium.
- Collecting, reviewing, and aggregating payroll data inputs from multiple upstream sources (automated and non-automated) for assigned country payrolls.
- Working independently with minimal supervision.
- Ensuing process documentation is kept up-to-date.
- Monitoring supplier payroll processing and compliance activities and reviewing outputs for completeness and accuracy.
- Troubleshooting issues and responding to inquiries/requests in line with agreed service levels and case management processes.
- Requesting funding for payroll, payroll taxes, and other third-party payments, as applicable; ensuring Treasury receives and acts upon requests.
- Providing advanced analysis and support for legislative/regulatory changes with pay-related impacts.
- Working closely with other functional areas to gather payroll input efficiently and effectively (e.g., Timekeeping, Benefits, Compensation, etc.).
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- Opportunity to join a growing, early-stage organization built within a mature and stable global company
- Cooperation with well-known, top‑class payroll vendors such as ADP, SDWorx, and Strada
- A best‑in‑class working environment for our employees
- Close collaboration and frequent direct interaction with business stakeholders
- A truly international environment with daily interaction with colleagues from around the world
- Attractive benefits package (private medical care, group insurance, lunch card, transportation allowance, pension plan, Multisport/cultural card, free Alcon products for you and your significant other)
- Hybrid working model or remote work possibility
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
- 2–3 years of professional experience in payroll operations or payroll coordination, specifically with Belgian payroll
- Fluency in English and Dutch (mandatory)
- Passion for payroll operations and strong attention to detail
- Relevant professional education (e.g., apprenticeship in business management); a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Accounting, Business, or a related field is preferred
- HRIS system (Workday & Service Now) knowledge and experience preferred but not a must. Experience in a Shared Service is a plus
- Work experience in international environment/team/global company is preferred.
- Experience in time & Absence system like Primetime is an advantage.
- Excellent customer service behavior (role model)
- Positive attitude and ability to work in fast-paced project environment
- Effective use of technology, resource material, websites and payroll supplier tools to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll
- Ability to provide easy-to-use and -understand information to Alcon’s employees on payroll processes and payroll results, as indicated on the employee pay statement
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