Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 38 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future. Our diverse global team of over 17,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.
We are looking for a new colleague to join our People team at the position of SENIOR PAYROLL AND HR ANALYTICS SPECIALIST!
As a Senior Payroll and HR Analytics Specialist you will manage the payroll processes, track HR budget and KPIs, contribute to efficient processes and compliance. This role will provide a great opportunity to combine expertise in payroll management, HR data analytics, compensation and rewards, budgeting, and process optimization.
MAIN TASKS IN THIS ROLE WILL INCLUDE
• Organize and prepare monthly payroll process and handle payroll related queries.
• Prepare payroll reports and accruals, provide input during month-end closing in strong collaboration with finance team.
• Prepare and monitor annual HR budget, forecast costs, analyse actual budget spending and explain variances.
• Provide input to salary surveys and position benchmarking.
• Generate compensation related reports, provide various HR KPI data, trends and analysis, identify and suggest improvement areas.
• Administer compensation structures (e.g. bonuses, shares program).
• Ensure payroll data quality and accuracy, leverage tools and systems used.
• Provide data and assist audits regarding payroll.
• Optimize payroll and budgeting process, establish streamlined operations and efficient data flow.
• Participate in local and regional projects and initiatives related to compensation and benefits, payroll, budgeting and data analytics.
WE EXPECT OUR CANDIDATES TO HAVE
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll management, HR budgeting, process optimization, or compensation analytics.
• Proven expertise in payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Horizon) and analytics tools (e.g., PowerBI, advanced MS Excel).
• Strong understanding of HR budget management and month-end financial closing processes.
• Strong understanding of Latvian Labor law and compensation related legal requirements.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to explain complex variances.
• Fluency in Latvian and English as the position will require communication with regional colleagues.
• Great communication and teamwork skills, proactive, can-do attitude.
JOINING OUR TEAM YOU MAY EXPECT
• Become part of a professional and dedicated team, grow your professional expertise by contributing to process improvement and new initiatives implementation.
• Health insurance after 1 month of employment.
• Accident insurance from the first day of work.
• Financial support on various life occasions, employee support program.
• Free day on birthday.
• Paid parking near office.
• Monthly gross salary 2500-3000 EUR, depending on skills and experience.
BRINGING MOBILITY TO THE WORLD’S COMMUNITIES – FOR TODAY, FOR TOMORROW & FOR THE BETTER!
