Spanish Payroll Specialist

CloudPay

. Manage end-to-end payroll processing according to the monthly payroll calendar, ensuring compliance with Spanish legislation and statutory deadlines .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeBarcelona • SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing end-to-end Spanish payroll processing, ensuring compliance with Spanish legislation and statutory reporting requirements. Proficient in payroll systems and tools, with strong communication skills in both Spanish and English.

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End-To-End Spanish Payroll ProcessingSpanish Payroll Legislation ComplianceMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyStrong Communication Skills in Spanish and EnglishWolters Kluwer A3 Software Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingStatutory ReportingTax Declarations SubmissionPayroll ReconciliationPayroll Discrepancy ResolutionBenefits-In-Kind ManagementFlexible Remuneration ManagementStock Options ManagementNon-Resident Employee PayrollPayroll Testing

Soft Skills

Confident Decision-MakingProactive PlanningIndependent Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

CloudPay PlatformSILTRACONTRAT@CERTIFIC@DELTASUMARGoogle Apps

Industry Keywords

Spanish Social SecurityInternational Payroll EnvironmentsAudit Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end payroll processing according to the monthly payroll calendar, ensuring compliance with Spanish legislation and statutory deadlines
Collaborate with Operations to validate and reconcile payroll inputs and reports
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies before processing and review outputs for accuracy
Maintain payroll records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes
Prepare and upload monthly payroll reports to the CloudPay platform
Manage communications and submissions related to Spanish Social Security via SILTRA, CONTRAT@, CERTIFIC@, and DELTA
Oversee monthly Social Security contribution submissions and address issues that may delay payment
Coordinate calculation and timely submission of tax declarations to AEAT, including models 111, 216, 190, 296, and 345
Support payroll testing and parallel runs for new client implementations or system changes
Partner with the Implementation team to transition new payroll accounts to the in-house team
Contribute to setup and configuration validations for accurate payroll delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive hands-on experience managing end-to-end Spanish payroll processing
Deep understanding of Spanish payroll legislation, compliance, and statutory reporting requirements
Expertise in managing complex payroll components such as benefits-in-kind, flexible remuneration, stock options/RSUs, and non-resident employee scenarios
Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English (minimum English level: B2)
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, email systems, and Google Apps
Confident decision-making skills, a proactive approach to planning, and the ability to manage priorities independently
Willingness to attend the Barcelona office three times per month
CV must be submitted in English
Familiarity with Wolters Kluwer A3 software and SUMAR is a plus
Exposure to international payroll environments is beneficial

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Competitive vacation allowance
Calm app
Private Medical Insurance
EAP
Intensive Days
Employee Referral Program
WFH Allowance
Life Assurance
CloudPay NOW
Paid Volunteering days
Marriage Leave
Study Leave
Bereavement Leave