PbWho We Are /b /ppWhitewater Group is a leading provider of innovative and sustainable water treatment engineering systems operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe in the Data Centre, Pharma, Power, and Industrial sectors. We specialize in designing, installing, commissioning, and maintaining bespoke water treatment solutions for our clients. /ppHeadquartered in Bray, Co. Wicklow, Whitewater Group operates from European bases in Spain, Sweden, Finland, and the UK, with plans for further expansion across Europe. The Group is experiencing significant growth driven by its focus on off-site construction methods (OSM), enabling the delivery of turnkey projects while minimizing on-site construction time. /ppbr/ppbThe Role /b /ppDue to continued expansion, we are seeking to strengthen our HR function by hiring a bPayroll Coordiantor /bbased in Zaragoza. /ppbr/ppReporting into HR, this role is responsible for managing payroll operations and leading HR controlling activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency of employee-related costs. While the position sits within HR, it requires close collaboration with the Finance team to ensure proper cost allocation, budgeting alignment, and financial reporting accuracy. /ppbr/ppThis is a critical role at the intersection of HR operations and governance, combining executional precision with analytical capability. /ppbr/ppbWhat You’ll Do: /b /ppbPayroll Management /b /pulliManage end-to-end payroll processing in collaboration with payroll providers in all the countries we develop our business. /liliCoordinate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, variable compensation, overtime, bonuses, and benefits. /liliEnsure compliance with labour regulations, tax regulations, and social security requirements. /liliAct as the primary liaison with external payroll providers. /liliReconcile payroll data and ensure alignment between HR records and payroll outputs. /liliMaintain payroll documentation and support internal and external audits. /li /ulpbr/ppbr/ppbHR Controlling Workforce Cost Management /b /pulliMonitor, analyse, and report on personnel costs (fixed and variable compensation, benefits, employer contributions). /liliPrepare monthly HR cost reports and variance analysis versus budget and forecast. /liliSupport annual workforce budgeting and reforecasting processes in collaboration with Finance. /liliMaintain accurate headcount and FTE tracking across entities and departments. /liliDevelop and maintain HR dashboards and KPIs (e.g., turnover, absenteeism, workforce cost ratios). /liliEnsure strong internal controls and data integrity across HRIS and payroll systems. /li /ulpbr/ppbr/ppbCross-Functional Collaboration /b /pulliWork closely with Finance to ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting of personnel expenses. /liliProvide workforce cost insights to support decision-making. /liliContribute to continuous improvement initiatives across payroll, HR analytics, and reporting processes. /liliSupport broader HR initiatives as required. /li /ulpbr/ppbWhat we’re Looking For: /b /pulliDegree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. /lili5 years of experience in payroll and HR controlling or HR analytics roles. /liliStrong knowledge of Spanish payroll process and experience in a multi-country environment. /liliSolid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and personnel cost analysis. /liliAdvanced Excel skills; experience with HRIS and ERP systems is desirable. /liliStrong analytical mindset with high attention to detail. /liliAbility to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion. /liliStrong stakeholder management skills and ability to work cross-functionally. /liliProficiency in English is required. /li /ulpbWhy Join Us: /b /pulliCompetitive salary and health life insurance, pension plan and flex retribution /liliOpportunity for career progression within a fast-growing international company. /liliExposure to HR operations across multiple European countries. /liliHybrid working model combining home office and on-site presence in Zaragoza. /li /ulpbr/pulliSeniority Level /liliMid-Senior level /liliIndustry /liliEngineering Services /liliEmployment Type /liliFull-time /liliJob Functions /liliHuman Resources /liliFinance /liliSkills /liliEnglish /liliLabor and Employment Law /liliHuman Resources Information Systems (HRIS) /liliHuman Resources (HR) /liliPayroll /liliADP Payroll /liliPayroll Processing /liliPayroll Administration /liliPayroll Management /liliPayroll Taxes /li /ul