Lead, Payroll EMEA

• Manage the end-to-end payroll processing for all countries across the EMEA region
• Work side by side with various in-country payroll partners to ensure teammates throughout the region are paid accurately and timely
• Continued enhancement of process flow for all payroll processes to ensure the most streamlined and efficient payroll management
• Research and investigate payroll issues and other escalated payroll inquiries by collaborating with key stakeholders to problem solve and execute the best solution in a timely manner as well as put in place mitigation plans for future controls and accuracy
• Advise on payroll controls, risk and governance as it pertains to the countries within Region
• Prepare payroll accounting entries to ensure accurate reporting and posting to the General Ledger
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (including Global and Regional HR, Accounting and FP&A Teams etc.) and maintain alignment with all parties throughout the payroll cycle
• Function as a strategic partner and contribute system and process improvements for all key system implementations and upgrades
• Facilitate regular data audits, in partnership with Regional HR Administration
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures/job aids and checklists to ensure that policies and procedures are being adhered to.

• More than 5 years experience of processing multi-country payrolls in a European context
• Strong demonstrated working knowledge and experience of local markets, laws, regulations and best practice across European countries. Netherlands experience is a must with UK/Ireland and Germany payrolls highly preferred. Spain, Austria, France, Portugal and Italy highly beneficial.
• Bachelor or Masters degree in Payroll, Finance, Accounting or other relevant field;
• Fluent in business level Dutch and English, with other European languages strongly preferred.
• Exposure to Retail sector/employee population highly advantageous.
• Ability to work under own initiative and take high accountability for the full payroll cycle
• Strong ability to partner with various stakeholders and drive successful collaboration and outcomes in a matrix organization
• Maintains a keen eye for detail; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• High degree of integrity and honesty; ability to exercise confidentiality and neutrality in complex and sensitive situations
• Maintains a clear and consistent system of organization, completes daily and long-term tasks through effective prioritization and time management
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written and is able to effectively communicate and partner with team members of all levels across the organization.
• Proactively identifies and elevates issues in a timely manner; makes suggestions and recommendations for possible resolution
• Comfort with navigating ambiguity and process maturity to drive improvements and execution
• Sound project management skills to lead and/or strategically participate in wider organizational programs and system/process improvements
• Real passion for problem solving; showing resilience in driving improvements across systems, processes, documentation and ways of working
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
• Experience with ADP vendor management and systems
• Familiarity with SuccessFactors and other HR Systems is highly advantageous

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Amsterdam office.
• Work Schedule: Starting in October, teammates are required to work on-site for 3 days per week. This will increase to 4 days per week beginning January 2026.

• No relocation provided

• Paid “UA Give Back” Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community.
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being.
• 38 hour working week
• Hybrid work
• 28 days holiday
• Teammate Resource groups e.g. Green Machine, Sustainability, LGBTQIA+, Women in Leading and Living, Balance for mental health and wellbeing etc.
• Human Performance Institute (Gym) on site
• Local Language course when moving from abroad

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