Payroll Specialist

American Express

. Manage the full payroll process, from employee onboarding through final payroll settlement .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRueil-Malmaison • FranceMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full payroll process, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and collective bargaining agreements. Proficient in payroll software and capable of handling expatriate payroll while maintaining confidentiality and strong organizational skills.

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Payroll ManagementDECIDIUM Payroll SoftwareEmployment Legislation KnowledgeExpatriate Payroll ExperienceMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Payroll Process ManagementAccounting Entries PreparationDSN FilingsPayroll ComplianceSocial Contributions ManagementEmployee OnboardingPayroll Settlement ReviewAttendance Incident ConfigurationContribution Declarations SubmissionRegulatory Authority Liaison

Soft Skills

Strong Sense of ConfidentialitySelf-MotivatedStrong Prioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeDECIDIUM Payroll Software

Industry Keywords

Payroll LegislationCollective Bargaining AgreementSocial Security OrganizationsExpatriate PayrollEmployment Law

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full payroll process, from employee onboarding through final payroll settlement
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual declarations, accounting entries, and DSN filings
Manage the relationship with the payroll provider, including tickets, compliance, and incident resolution
Review employee payroll within the required deadlines
Prepare and import fixed and variable payroll elements
Configure attendance-related incidents and prepare expatriate and impatriate payslips
Verify the smooth monthly execution of payroll operations and process payments
Manage social contributions and liaise with social security organizations and regulatory authorities
Manage registrations and deregistrations with social security funds and submit contribution declarations
Answer employee questions and support managers on payroll, leave, social contributions, and employment law matters
Review final payroll settlements
Ensure compliance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement and employment law regarding payroll and social contributions
Work closely with other HR departments
Contribute to continuous improvement and monitor regulatory developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (three years of higher education)
At least five years of experience in a similar role
Experience managing expatriate payroll is a plus
Strong sense of confidentiality
Self-motivated, with strong prioritization skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Knowledge of the DECIDIUM payroll software
Fluent English
Solid understanding of employment and payroll legislation
A valid work authorization to work for American Express in France is required
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Support for financial well-being and retirement
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements depending on the role and business needs
Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
Free access to global onsite wellness centers staffed by nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities