Payroll Analyst at NielsenIQ in Sofia, Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria

companyDescription NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. jobDescription At NielsenIQ, staying connected is essential. As part of the Global Payroll Center of Excellence, the Payroll Analyst plays a key role in delivering payroll services across the Eastern Europe region. This position works closely with HR and various internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payroll for associates in Bulgaria, while also driving continuous process improvements. The role reports directly to the Cluster Leader and supports the broader Payroll function at NielsenIQ. RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance with all regulations. Process monthly absence data, including sickness and other legally mandated paid and unpaid absences. Perform payroll reconciliations. Prepare payroll-related accruals. Deliver all year‑end payroll activities. Identify and recommend improvements to payroll processes and systems. Ensure execution of all SOX‑compliant payroll controls. Support internal and external audits and tax activities, including preparing required data and documentation. Respond to Finance and HR inquiries. Build strong relationships to support effective collaboration and address payroll questions and ad‑hoc requests. Prepare payroll and ad‑hoc reports as needed. Collaborate with NSSI and NRA during audits or inspections. qualifications 2–3 years of operational payroll experience in Bulgarian payroll. Proficiency in Bulgarian and English. Experience with payroll processing in other Eastern European countries is an advantage. Strong attention to detail, professional judgment, and responsiveness to employee inquiries; ability to quickly identify errors or exceptions. Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience with Workday or Strada is a plus. #LI-SG1 additionalInformation Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion