Senior Payroll Executive

• Full ownership of end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring payroll is processed accurately, compliantly, and within strict deadlines
• Calculating and processing wages, overtime, allowances, bonuses, leave, and other pay-related elements
• Acting as the organisation’s payroll specialist, offering guidance and advice to HR, Finance, managers, and employees.
• Managing statutory deductions, benefits, and authorised payroll deductions
• Overseeing payroll reporting, reconciliations, audits, and financial summaries
• Handling complex payroll queries, escalations, and sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion
• Managing payroll through Talexio, ensuring system integrity, accuracy of data, and continuous improvement of payroll processes
• Ensuring full compliance with Maltese employment law, tax regulations, SSC contributions, and statutory obligations
• Identifying risks, inefficiencies, or compliance gaps and proactively proposing solutions
• Assisting in mentoring, guiding, or supporting junior team members where applicable
• Working closely with HR and Finance to align payroll with organisational policies and business objectives

• A Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (considered an asset)
• Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience with Talexio is required and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Previous significant experience in payroll within medium to large organizations
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and accountability
• Ability to work fully independently, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines
• Confident decision-maker with a problem-solving mindset
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll matters clearly to employees and management
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Valid permission to work in Malta (EU passport or work permit)

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