Regional Payroll Transformation Specialist Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride? The preferred location for this position is Gdansk, Poland but also Budapest, Hungary, Belgrade, Serbia and Esposende, Portugal are negotiable locations. We offer a possibility to hybrid work. Your role and responsibilities As a Regional Payroll Transformation Specialist, you'll be the orchestrator of seamless, accurate, and compliant payroll delivery across multiple European countries in our dynamic Managed Payroll Service Model. You'll collaborate closely with both external payroll partners and internal stakeholders, ensuring every detail hits the mark and operational excellence is not just a goal, but a reality. You will become a key player in Wärtsilä's HR Time and Payroll Transformation journey—a multiyear mission to streamline, automate, and future‐proof our payroll operations across Europe. We're not just processing payroll; we're driving the data that powers our business, streamlining operations, and banishing tedious manual tasks so our teams can focus on what truly matters. Key Responsibilities Collaborate Across Borders: Work with HR, Finance, and IT to break silos and help create a seamless, global payroll ecosystem. You'll be the go‐to for the payroll vendors, the time implementation partner and be a trusted partner for internal teams. Be a Change Champion: Partner with our global crew to drive process harmonization, consolidate vendor landscapes, and roll out modern payroll tech. You'll help us ditch double data entry and embrace automation, making payroll smoother, faster, and more digital than ever. Get Hands-On with Transformation Projects: Participate in project meetings, workshops, and design sessions. Follow up on the deliverables and ensure we meet the milestones of each subproject in the overall setup. Help us align local processes with global standards, support data migration, and test new payroll and time systems. Requirements for the position Degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. 3+ years of experience in multi-country payroll operations within Europe. Strong understanding of payroll compliance and statutory requirements. Experience working in a Managed Payroll Service Model. Proficiency in SAP based payroll, SuccessFactors HCM and advanced Excel skills. Experience working with payroll projects, transformation and process mapping. Strong capability to interpret data, troubleshoot issues, and propose solutions. Comfortable with ambiguity and adapting to evolving processes and technologies. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across global and local teams. Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage. Benefits and culture You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä you matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community. Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning and teamwork. You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. EEO Statement At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr