Payroll Specialist

Coople Switzerland

. Support the processing and review of monthly payroll runs for Coople workers on temporary assignments .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeZurich • SwitzerlandJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Swiss payroll processing and social insurance management, with strong skills in Excel and a focus on optimizing payroll processes using AI-powered tools. Proficient in handling complex payroll cases and maintaining compliance with withholding tax regulations.

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Swiss Payroll ProcessingSocial Insurance ManagementWithholding Tax ComplianceExcel ProficiencyPayroll Specialist Certificate

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingSocial Insurance KnowledgeWithholding Tax ProcessingWage GarnishmentsFinancial ReconciliationYear-End ClosingSalary StatementsDocument AnalysisAI-Powered ToolsComplex Case Management

Soft Skills

Solution-OrientedIndependent WorkingAttention to DetailDiscretionAbility to Work Under Pressure

Certifications & Qualifications

Payroll Specialist CertificateCertified Social Insurance Specialist

Industry Keywords

Swiss PayrollTemporary StaffingHigh-Volume PayrollAHVIVEOALVUVGKTGBVG

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the processing and review of monthly payroll runs for Coople workers on temporary assignments
Manage social insurance processes (AHV/IV/EO/ALV, UVG, KTG, BVG), including changes, settlements, and reconciliations
Independently handle complex cases such as illness, accidents, maternity, and paternity, as well as daily allowance and benefits inquiries with insurers
Process withholding tax with various cantonal tax authorities
Handle wage garnishments and information requests from debt enforcement offices
Serve as a point of contact for Coople workers, internal teams, authorities, and insurers
Reconcile with financial accounting and assist with year-end closing, salary statements, and audits
Act as deputy for the team lead and provide subject-matter support to the team
Further develop and optimize payroll processes, including the use of AI-powered tools for checks, reconciliations, and document analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commercial apprenticeship (EFZ) with further training in payroll or social insurance (e.g., Payroll Specialist Certificate or Certified Social Insurance Specialist)
Approximately 2 to 5 years of professional experience in Swiss payroll, ideally in temporary staffing or in a high-volume payroll environment
In-depth knowledge of Swiss social insurance and withholding tax
Strong affinity for IT and excellent Excel skills
Openness to new technologies and interest in working with AI-powered tools; experience is an advantage but not required
Precise, independent, and solution-oriented working style, with the ability to perform well under pressure during busy periods
Discreet handling of personal data
Very good German and good English skills; French is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive pension fund benefits
Employee share ownership plan (ESOP)
Support for professional development
Flexible working hours
Refrigerator stocked with your favorite drinks
Company lunches every two weeks
Regular team events
Inspiring office spaces