BASEL OFFICE - (Junior) Manager Payroll

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure.

No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The (Junior-) Manager Payroll is ultimately responsible for all Swiss payment activities for Viking River Cruises Nautical River.

The (Junior-) Manager Payroll reports to the Director Payroll.

This role is based in our Operational Headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting for the monthly payroll run
• Ensure master data and mutations
• Processing and account assignment of various invoices (OASI, tax, health insurance, etc.)
• Management of 3rd party payroll providers (pension, daily allowances)
• Responsible for the registration and deregistration of employees
• Completion of interim earnings, PDU1, bank statement and other forms upon request
• Update and organize systems to manage payroll information
• Supporting for payroll accounting and year end process
• Contact person for questions from employees, financial accounting and external partners (insurance companies)
• Responsible for opening tickets with our payroll support team as well as testing the implemented changes
• Support and lead various HR projects
• Support other team members (diverse tasks)
• Act as deputy for other (Junior-) Manager Payroll and Child Allowances

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Having a few years of professional experience in a similar role is advantageous. It’s also beneficial, especially if that experience extends to an international context.
• Fluency in German and English (spoken / written)
• SAP knowledge is a strong advantage
• very good handling of MS-Office especially Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, )
• Independent, precise and punctual way of working
• Committed and team-oriented personality
• Natural familiarity with numbers

COMMUNITY & CULTURE

• Fast-growing and dynamic environment
• a modern workspace
• flexible working hours
• family atmosphere

HOW TO APPLY