Ubiminds15.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Remote Functional Payroll Consultant - EMEA Focus

$80K–$100K/year

About the Role

Ready to take the next step in your international career? Join us as a Remote Functional Payroll Consultant and support our clients in optimizing payroll processes across Europe, especially focusing on Austria payroll. At Ubiminds, we pride ourselves on being a GPTW-certified, people-first company that connects top LATAM talent with American software product companies.

What You'll Do

  • Support end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate data flow from HRIS systems into payroll platforms.
  • Work hands-on with payroll and HR systems such as CloudPay, UKG, and Workday.
  • Analyze, validate, and transform employee and compensation data for payroll processing.
  • Act as a functional point of contact for payroll-related topics, including occasional customer-facing interactions.
  • Ensure payroll processes comply with Austrian labor and tax regulations.
  • Support payroll cycles, reconciliations, audits, and issue resolution.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to improve payroll processes and data quality.
  • Document payroll processes, configurations, and country-specific requirements.

Requirements

  • Strong hands-on experience in payroll operations, preferably in EMEA.
  • Practical experience working with CloudPay, UKG, and/or Workday.
  • Proven ability to handle payroll data inputs, validations, and processing workflows.
  • Solid understanding of Austria payroll regulations, including Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) and wage structures.
  • Experience working in customer-facing or stakeholder-facing roles.
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
  • Clear and confident English communication skills (written and verbal).

Nice to Have

  • Professional proficiency in German.
  • Experience with other European payrolls beyond Austria.
  • Background in payroll implementations, migrations, or system integrations.
  • Familiarity with compliance, audits, and payroll reporting.
  • Experience working in global or distributed teams.

What We Offer

  • Remote-first policy with full back-office support.
  • Access to growth opportunities through tech talks and chapter meetings.
  • Free English lessons with a native speaker to improve communication skills.
  • Candidate referral bonus for promoting Ubiminds.
  • Access to our Florianópolis headquarters with amenities like massages, snacks, and games.
Language Requirements
EnglishC1
German(optional)B1
BasicIntermediateAdvancedNative
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity for a Remote Functional Payroll Consultant to work with leading payroll systems in a supportive, remote-first environment. Ubiminds emphasizes continuous improvement and team collaboration.

Salary Range
Required
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Optional
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Bonus
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Who Will Succeed Here

Proficiency in Payroll Operations with hands-on experience in HRIS systems like Workday and UKG, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex payroll scenarios and compliance requirements across various EMEA countries.

Strong analytical mindset with a proven track record in data analysis, particularly using tools like Excel or SQL to derive insights and optimize payroll processes, essential for remote work where independent problem-solving is critical.

Experience in cloud-based payroll solutions such as CloudPay, showcasing adaptability to new technologies and a proactive approach to learning, which is vital in a fast-paced remote environment.

Learning Resources

Payroll Processing Basicscourse

Career Path

Remote Functional Payroll Consultant - EMEA Focus(Now)Senior Payroll Consultant or Payroll Manager(1-2 years)Head of Payroll Operations or Payroll Director(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$12B
Annual Growth
9.5%
AI Adoption
45%
Investment
+25%
Labour Demand
+15%
Avg Salary
$85K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Payroll OperationsCloudPayUKG
Growing in Demand
Data Privacy Compliance (GDPR)Advanced Data AnalyticsIntegration of Payroll Systems with ERP
Declining
Manual Payroll ProcessingLegacy HRIS Systems (e.g., PeopleSoft)

Domain Trends

Shift to Cloud-Based Payroll Solutions
Over 70% of organizations are moving to cloud-based payroll systems, driven by the need for scalability and remote access.
Increased Focus on Data Analytics
75% of payroll professionals are leveraging data analytics to enhance decision-making, leading to more efficient payroll operations.
Compliance Automation
With 60% of payroll errors stemming from compliance issues, businesses are investing in automated compliance solutions to reduce risks.

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