Payroll Controller at Neptune Software AS

Oslo, , Norway -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Management, Multi-country Payroll, Taxation, Statutory Deductions, Pension Administration, Payroll Reconciliation, Payroll Accounting, Compliance, HRIS, Budgeting, Forecasting, Process Documentation, English Fluency, Numerical Accuracy, Data Quality, Audit Support

Industry

Software Development

Description

Your mission At Neptune Software, founded in 2011 in Oslo, Norway, we empower enterprises to accelerate their digital transformation through our leading Neptune DXP – a rapid application development platform that modernizes business processes and enables innovation. Our platform supports enterprise leaders like Walmart, Johnson & Johnson, Apple, Hasbro, and ExxonMobil in their transformation journeys. We are now strengthening our People & Culture team and are looking for a Payroll Controller to support and execute accurate, efficient, and compliant payroll operations across 13 countries. This is a key role within our global HR function, ensuring employees receive timely and correct compensation while maintaining high standards of data quality and compliance. You will work closely with our HR and Finance teams, and external payroll providers in 13 countries, integrating into daily operations and contributing to the continuous improvement of payroll processes globally. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable navigating multi-country payroll environments, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your expertise in a fast-scaling international tech company. Responsibilities Own and control the monthly payroll process for employees across 13 countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Validate all payroll inputs (hires, changes, variable pay, benefits, leaves, terminations) and coordinate payroll delivery with external providers. Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, social security, pensions, and statutory benefits. Perform monthly payroll reconciliations and prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and provisions in collaboration with Finance. Support payroll accounting, reporting, audits, and month-end / year-end close activities. Analyze payroll and salary costs, explain variances, and support budgeting and forecasting. Act as the first point of contact for employee payroll questions, providing clear and reliable guidance. Document and improve payroll processes, contributing to automation, standardization, and global payroll controls. Your profile Minimum Qualifications Experience as a Payroll Controller, Payroll Administrator, or in a similar payroll role, in one or more countries (Portugal, Sweden, Germany, UK…) Experience managing payroll in at least one of the countries we operate in, with openness to learning additional markets. Strong understanding of payroll fundamentals: taxation, statutory deductions, pension, leave administration, and compliance. Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work with confidential information. Good communication skills with a service-oriented approach. Ability to work in a structured, independent, and reliable manner. Fluency in English. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing multi-country payroll or working with international payroll vendors. Knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Personio or similar). Familiarity with process documentation, audits, or workflow improvement. Note on Applications We encourage applicants from all backgrounds—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed above. This role supports payroll across 13 countries. If you are passionate about payroll, bring strong attention to detail, and want to be part of an international, people-focused company, we’d love to hear from you. Why us? The opportunity to manage and influence payroll operations across multiple countries. A role in a fast-scaling international company with a collaborative and supportive environment. A company culture rooted in Norwegian values—trust, transparency, and work-life balance. Work with global HR and Finance teams across 34+ countries. Room for professional development and the ability to shape processes as we grow. Yearly company events and a social, open, multicultural environment. About us Founded in 2011 in Oslo, Norway, Neptune Software is redefining how enterprises build and scale digital solutions. Our cutting-edge Low Code No Code platform, Neptune DX Platform, accelerates digital transformation by empowering organizations of all sizes to rapidly create powerful enterprise applications that drive business process improvement and innovation. Trusted by industry giants like J&J, Walmart, Apple, Hasbro, ExxonMobil, and many others, Neptune has achieved remarkable growth, securing multiple G2 Leader Awards and recognition from Gartner. Now backed by Triton Partners following our acquisition in 2022, we are on an accelerated expansion trajectory, making waves globally from our headquarters in Oslo. Neptune is the digital game-changer that democratizes technology—offering unparalleled speed, efficiency, and value. Join us and be part of the next rockstar of digital experience platforms.

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Responsibilities

Manage and control monthly payroll operations across 13 countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local labor laws. Collaborate with Finance and external providers to handle reconciliations, journal entries, and payroll-related reporting.