Payroll Specialist
Pubblicato il 14-09-2026 - Essity in Milano
ppAt Essity, we believe that every employee experience matters.
As a bPayroll Specialist /b, you will help ensure an accurate, compliant, and people-centered payroll service, supporting a workplace built on trust, accountability, and operational excellence.
Essity Italy employs approximately 1,000 people across our manufacturing sites in the Lucca area and our commercial headquarters in Legnano.
This position is based at our office in Legnano and will be part of an existing team of four people.
/p pIn this role, you will serve as the key point of reference for complex payroll matters, working closely with HR, Finance, employees, and external providers to ensure efficient processes, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
You will support a diverse employee population, including both office-based and manufacturing employees, helping to deliver a consistent and high-quality employee experience across the organization.
/p h3What You Will Do /h3 ul liManage and maintain employee master data throughout the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, quality, and data integrity.
/li liManage Time Attendance processes, including attendance, absences, vacation, sick leave, overtime, and other working time-related transactions.
/li liManage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring the accurate handling of salaries, taxes, social security contributions, benefits, allowances, and other compensation elements.
/li liReview and validate payroll results through controls and reconciliations, coordinating any required corrections.
/li liSupport year-end payroll activities and statutory obligations, including Tax Certification (CU), Form 770, INAIL requirements, and other regulatory compliance activities.
/li liPartner with the Finance team on monthly and annual closing activities,
including accrual management and labor cost accounting.
/li liProvide specialist support to HR and internal stakeholders on payroll, personnel administration, and labor law matters.
/li liManage relationships with external payroll providers, ensuring service quality, operational continuity, and timely issue resolution.
/li liPrepare payroll analyses and reports for HR, Finance, Audit, budgeting, and forecasting purposes, supporting data-driven decision-making.
/li liMonitor regulatory developments and contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll processes, HR/Payroll systems, and cross-functional projects.
/li liSupport the car fleet administrator with fleet management activities and act as a key point of contact for employees based at the Legnano office /li /ul h3Who You Are /h3 ul liYou hold a degree in Economics, Law, Human Resources, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
/li liYou have at least 3 years of payroll experience gained within a structured organization or a specialized payroll provider.
/li liYou possess strong knowledge of labor, tax, and social security regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and compensation and benefits practices.
/li liYou are detail-oriented, analytical, and quality-focused, with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance.
/li liYou have excellent numerical skills and solid experience in payroll data analysis and reporting, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
/li liYou are familiar with HR and payroll systems; knowledge of Workday, SAP, and/or Zucchetti is considered a strong advantage.
/li liYou can communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and explain complex topics in a simple and understandable way.
/li liYou demonstrate a proactive mindset, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and effective management of priorities and deadlines.
/li liYou are fluent in both English and Italian /li liYou are required to be available for regular travel to the Altopascio (LU) site, especially during the initial onboarding and training period /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 pWe offer a permanent employment contract, a competitive compensation package, and a flexible hybrid working model that supports a healthy work-life balance.
In addition, you will benefit from meal vouchers, an annual performance premio, and a wide range of company benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
/p pMost importantly, you will become part of a collaborative, inclusive, and people-focused environment where your contributions are valued, continuous learning is encouraged, and everyone is empowered to develop their potential and make a meaningful impact on the business and the communities we serve /p pThis job posting is open to applications from all genders (Law ****** and Legislative Decree ******) and to individuals of any age, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law.
We do not discriminate in relation to access or treatment during the selection process.
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