Reporting to the HR Operations Director Europe, the Payroll Specialist will support accurate and compliant payroll processing in Switzerland operations while providing specialised expertise in this designated area. This role combines technical payroll knowledge with a strategic focus for business growth initiatives. The role also encompasses oversight of the outsourced retail payroll (approx. 40 employees) currently managed by Talenture, ensuring seamless coordination and compliance.
Payroll Processing & Operations
Corporate
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Support the processing of accurate monthly payroll using ADP Celergo platform. Ensuring accurate payment of wages, salaries, overtime, shift allowances, bonuses, and commission payments etc with efficiency and precision.
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Ensure statutory payments and coordinate absence management in collaboration with the HR Business Partner.
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Manage employee benefit deductions, pension contributions etc.
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Process employee lifecycle changes including new starters, leavers, promotions, and salary adjustments.
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Handle payroll corrections, backdated payments, and complex one-off adjustments as required.
Retail
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Act as the primary point of contact between Skechers and the external payroll provider Talenture for the retail population of approximately 40 employees.
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Coordinate and validate monthly payroll inputs submitted to Talenture, including new starters, leavers, contractual changes, variable pay elements (overtime, commissions, bonuses), and absences.
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Review and approve payroll outputs from Talenture prior to payment execution, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Swiss employment law.
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Monitor SLA adherence and quality of service delivered by Talenture; escalate issues and manage resolution in a timely manner.
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Ensure proper management of retail-specific payroll elements such as shift allowances, variable hours, and seasonal staffing fluctuations.
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Maintain up-to-date employee data in Workday for the retail population, ensuring alignment with information held by Talenture.
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Support the transition or review of the outsourced arrangement as required, including potential in-sourcing projects or provider changes.
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Liaise with store managers and HR Business Partners to gather and validate payroll-relevant information for retail employees.
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Ensure all statutory obligations (social contributions, tax, leave entitlements) are correctly applied for the retail population
Specialised Expertise Area
Lead designated specialist area based on business requirements and individual strengths.
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Support critical business projects including systems implementation and maintenance.
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Support the processing of the bi-weekly payroll.
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Provide subject matter expertise for assigned payroll populations and processes.
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Develop deep knowledge in specific payroll domains while maintaining broad operational capability.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure full compliance with Switzerland employment law & regulations, and company policies.
Prepare annual compliance documentation and regulatory reporting.
Support internal and external audits with comprehensive payroll documentation, along with timely and professional responses.
Monitor and maintain data integrity across payroll system and Workday, Skechers HRIS system.
Employee Services & Support
Provide expert resolution for complex employee payroll queries.
Communicate to a diverse population regarding pay-related matters and policy changes, such as payslips, deductions, tax calculations, and benefits to employees.
Support employee financial wellbeing initiatives and benefits enrolment.
Develop secondary expertise in other specialist areas through structured cross-training. Provide backup coverage for colleagues during absences and peak processing periods.
Participate in collaborative problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
Share knowledge and mentor team members in areas of expertise. Ensure comprehensive documentation of payroll procedures and internal controls.
Analytics & Reporting
Support the development and maintenance of key performance indicators (KPIs) for payroll operations.
Create management reports and dashboards for senior leadership review.
Analyse payroll data trends to identify improvement opportunities and cost optimisation.
Support business intelligence initiatives through detailed payroll analytics.
Provide insights on workforce costs and payroll metrics.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience in running a payroll is essential
Strong understanding of Swiss employment law & regulations, and compliance requirements and tight deadline management
Good knowledge of MS Office, and experienced in Excel formulas, functions and pivot tables as well as being numerate with an eye for detail
Organised, efficient and accurate with good communication skills and the ability to maintain discretion and professionalism
An excellent communicator who thrives in a team environment and also has the ability to work on own initiative
Strong analytical and reporting capabilities with advanced data analysis skills
Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships among all cross-functional groups
Self-starter with high level of initiative and a strong sense of ownership and urgency
Flexibility to frequent changes and ability to react quickly
Experience of Workday is desirable
WHO WE ARE:
Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.
Be You - Feel Welcome
Skechers recognises the importance and power of diversity within our business. We ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or health conditions, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions as detailed above.
