Payroll Lead – 10-Month Fixed-Term Assignment

AstraZeneca

. Lead the Payroll & Time team in delivering accurate and timely payroll compliant with Swedish legislation, collective agreements, company policies and internal controls .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeGothenburg • SwedenSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Swedish Payroll and Time management, ensuring compliance with legislation and collective agreements while driving process improvements through automation and data analysis. Proven leadership in developing payroll teams and managing external payroll provider relationships to enhance operational efficiency.

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Swedish Payroll ManagementPayroll ComplianceProcess ImprovementLeadership ExperienceAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

End-To-End Payroll ProcessesPayroll ControlsAudit ReadinessFinancial UnderstandingGeneral LedgerPayroll Posting ProcessesData AnalysisAutomationAI ImplementationPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailExcellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Workday HCMWorkday Time And Absence

Certifications & Qualifications

Payroll Certification

Industry Keywords

Swedish LegislationCollective AgreementsInternal ControlsExternal AuditsService Levels

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Payroll & Time team in delivering accurate and timely payroll compliant with Swedish legislation, collective agreements, company policies and internal controls
Coach and develop the team, including performance management and resource planning
Manage payroll approval and compliance processes according to the payroll calendar
Own and strengthen payroll controls, documentation, reconciliations and audit readiness, including FCF/SOX controls and internal and external audits
Manage the relationship with the payroll provider, including service levels, issue escalation, controls and audit requirements
Ensure high-quality payroll data and accurate payroll-related financial information and postings
Identify opportunities to improve Payroll, Time and Absence processes through automation, data and AI
Lead or support initiatives including system upgrades, integrations, acquisitions and divestitures, new entity setups and operating model changes
Work with the Global Payroll Director and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and build sustainable payroll capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience within Swedish Payroll and Time, including end-to-end payroll processes, Swedish payroll legislation and applicable collective agreements
Previous leadership experience or demonstrated capability to lead and develop an experienced payroll team
Experience in a global, complex and technology-driven organisation
Experience driving process improvement, automation or payroll transformation
Strong knowledge of payroll controls, audit and compliance
Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail
Strong financial understanding, including accounting, General Ledger and payroll posting processes
Advanced Excel skills
Experience using data, automation and/or AI for continuous improvement
Ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information
Degree-level education or equivalent relevant professional experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Swedish and English
Workday HCM and Workday Time and Absence experience advantageous
Experience managing an external payroll provider advantageous
Payroll certification or equivalent professional qualification advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, 10-month fixed-term assignment
Individual flexibility in working arrangements
In-person working with a minimum of three days per week from the office
Reasonable adjustments/accommodations during recruitment