Payroll Specialist - Paris

The KC Group ·thekcgroup.co.uk

Location Paris, Île-de-France, France
Work type Hybrid
Salary EUR 50,000 - 55,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Payroll Specialist
Location: Paris, France
Salary: €50,000 – €55,000 + Benefits
Working Model: Hybrid
Contract: Fixed-term
  
Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their globally established and high-performing business. This is an excellent opportunity for payroll professionals with strong operational experience to take ownership of a complex, high-volume French payroll process within a well-structured international organisation. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external providers, contributing to both accurate day-to-day payroll delivery and ongoing process improvements.
  
Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for France, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with French payroll, tax, and social security legislation.
  • Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees, managers, and HR teams.
  • Collaborate with third-party payroll providers to ensure accurate payroll delivery, reconciliations, and reporting.
  • Oversee payroll validation processes, including trial checks, gross-to-net reconciliations, and payment file management.
  • Ensure all payroll inputs, including variable pay and one-time payments, are accurately processed and recorded.
  • Maintain compliance with all statutory reporting requirements and regulatory obligations in France.
What we’re looking for:
  • Experience in a Payroll role, within a high-volume complex environment.
  • Strong knowledge of French payroll legislation, processes, and compliance requirements.
  • Strong ability to own full payroll cycles within defined timelines, working collaboratively as part of a high-performing payroll team.
  • Confident working with stakeholders across HR, finance, and wider business teams.
  • Experience using payroll and HR systems (e.g. Workday or similar) desirable.
  • Fluency in French and English required.
  
Interested?
Apply via the link
Or contact Morgan Taylor on: 07441 349 651 | ✉️ morgan@kateandco.com

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Who is hiring for the Payroll Specialist - Paris role?
The KC Group is hiring for the Payroll Specialist - Paris position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Payroll Specialist - Paris job located?
The Payroll Specialist - Paris role with The KC Group is based in Paris, FR. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Payroll Specialist - Paris role remote?
Yes — the Payroll Specialist - Paris position at The KC Group is hybrid. Candidates based in FR are preferred.
What does the Payroll Specialist - Paris role pay?
The KC Group lists the Payroll Specialist - Paris role at EUR 50,000–55,000 per year.
Is the Payroll Specialist - Paris role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at The KC Group.
What experience level is the Payroll Specialist - Paris role?
The Payroll Specialist - Paris position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Payroll Specialist - Paris role at The KC Group?
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