Senior Payroll & Accounting Specialist

Location: Croatia, Zagreb

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, career-oriented individual to join our Zagreb office in the Payroll and Employment Division as a Senior Payroll & Accounting Specialist.

Job description:

Payroll & Compliance

  • Process monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and full compliance with local legislation
  • Calculate salaries, overtime, bonuses, deductions, taxes, and employee benefits
  • Prepare and submit all statutory payroll reports to relevant authorities
  • Monitor and interpret changes in payroll and employment legislation
  • Respond to employee and management payroll-related queries

Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare payroll reconciliations, management reports, and ad hoc analyses
  • Generate regular and customized reports based on client requirements
  • Analyze financial and payroll data to support decision-making

Accounting & Financial Operations

  • Maintain accurate accounting records and business books
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Prepare financial statements and assist in budgeting processes
  • Monitor income, expenses, and overall financial performance
  • Manage accounting entries related to payroll and ensure proper integration with financial records

Client Advisory & Representation

  • Provide advisory support on payroll, labor, and employment matters
  • Represent clients before relevant institutions and authorities
  • Develop a strong understanding of clients’ financial needs and business operations

Controls, Audits & Processes

  • Assist with tax returns, tax audits, and compliance requirements
  • Contribute to internal and external audit processes
  • Develop and document accounting policies and business processes to strengthen internal controls
  • Maintain records of fixed assets and support documentation processes (where applicable)
  • Manage cash register operations and reporting, if required
  • Support accounts receivable and payable processes, including supplier and customer balances

Requirements:

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in payroll processing
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a relevant field
  • Fluent in English and Croatian
  • Experience working with international/multinational companies
  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Good knowledge of Pantheon ERP or other accounting software

WHY EUROFAST:

  • Working in a positive environment with people from different backgrounds and nationalities
  • Working in an international company with 24 offices across South-East Europe, the Middle East, and the Baltics
  • 1 day per week Work from Home
  • Dog-friendly workplace
  • Development & growth through seminars, workshops, and events

If you are interested in the above position, please send your CV to [email protected] with subject line: “Senior Payroll & Accounting Specialist“, or fill out the following form.

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