2025-01-23 11:16:08

Payroll Accountant

Helis play, UAB
35000 - 45000 €/y Gross
100% remote work

Job Description

• Independently manage the full payroll cycle for Lithuanian and foreign entities, including salary calculations, overtime, bonuses, vacation pay, sick leave, and other compensation components.

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with Lithuanian labor law, tax regulations, and internal company policies.

• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax declarations and reports to state authorities (VMI, SODRA), including GPM, VSD, and PSD contributions.

• Maintain and reconcile payroll accounts, resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate general ledger entries related to payroll.

• Administer employee timesheets, attendance records, and employment documentation in accordance with legal requirements.

• Collaborate closely with the HR team to ensure accurate employee data, handle onboarding/offboarding payroll setup, and manage employment contract changes affecting compensation.

• Provide payroll-related support during internal and external audits, preparing necessary documentation and reports.

• Monitor changes in Lithuanian labor legislation and tax regulations, ensuring the company's payroll processes remain fully compliant.

• Cooperate with third-party payroll providers and tax consultants for foreign entities as needed.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement and automation of payroll processes and related internal controls.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2–3 years of professional experience in payroll accounting or payroll administration.
  • Solid knowledge of Lithuanian labor law, payroll taxation (GPM, VSD, PSD), and social security regulations.
  • Experience with payroll-related reporting to VMI and SODRA.
  • Proficiency in payroll and/or ERP accounting software (e.g., Navision, SAP, or similar).
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis and reconciliation.
  • Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • AI proficiency and experience in implementation of tools for process improvements
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight monthly deadlines.
  • Fluent in Lithuanian and proficient in English (spoken and written).

Nice to have

  • A degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience processing payroll for multiple entities or international group companies.
  • Experience with payroll process automation or system implementation projects.

Company offers

  • Opportunity to join our Employee Stock Options program.
  • Opportunity to help scale a unique product.
  • Various bonus systems: performance-based, referral, additional paid leave, personal learning budget.
  • Paid volunteering opportunities.
  • Work location of your choice: office, remote, opportunity to work and travel.
  • Personal and professional growth at an exponential rate supported by well-defined feedback and promotion processes.