Global Payroll Specialist

At Aceve, we back the builders of society. Founded in the Nordics and growing across Europe, we build digital tools for the people who construct and maintain our physical world - giving electricians, plumbers, and contractors back their time, clarity, and confidence. With over 900 employees across 8 countries, leading brands in 7 customer markets, and more than €100M in revenue, we're on an ambitious growth journey, and we're just getting started. We're an AI-first company, and we work with grit, openness, and a good dose of joy.

Role Purpose

You ensure accurate, compliant and timely payroll operations across Aceve's European

countries. You are the go-to expert on payroll processes, local regulations and the

connection between People data and payroll outcomes.

You play a key role in building a scalable payroll model that grows with the organisation —

balancing local compliance with operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

● Own end-to-end payroll operations across all Aceve countries

● Manage payroll changes, validations and month-end audits

● Ensure compliance with local employment law and tax regulations per country

● Maintain accurate employee records in HiBob relevant to payroll

● Act as primary contact for payroll vendors and local payroll partners

● Support the annual compensation review cycle from a payroll perspective

● Document payroll processes and build backup ownership across the team

● Identify and implement improvements to payroll accuracy and efficiency

● Support onboarding of new countries or entities from a payroll setup perspective

Key Result Areas

Payroll accuracy rate On-time payroll delivery

Compliance score per country Audit findings

Profile

● 4+ years of payroll experience in a multi-country European context

● Knowledge of payroll legislation in two or more Aceve countries (NL, SE, DK, NO, FI, DE,

BE, PT)

● Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems

● Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

● Ability to work independently and flag risks proactively

● Fluency in English; additional European languages are a plus

Competencies

Payroll Expertise:

• Deep knowledge of multi-country payroll

• operations, local legislation and compliance requirements.

Process Ownership:

• Takes full accountability for payroll accuracy, timeliness and audit readiness.

Risk Awareness:

• Proactively identifies compliance risks, country-specific changes and payroll

vulnerabilities.

Collaborative Partner:

• Works closely with Finance, HRBPs and external vendors to ensure smooth payroll delivery.

Aceve Values

Build for the builder

• Every decision starts with the people who use our product. We get close to their world and don't stop until the solution actually works for them.

Build together

• We don't have heroes - we have teams. The best outcomes at Aceve come from people pulling in the same direction and backing each other to deliver.

Build with pride

• We care deeply about the work we do and the way we do it. We are empowered to make a difference and enjoy what we’re building.

Build for tomorrow

We are always thinking ahead. We move fast, set ambitious goals, grow through challenges, and keep raising the bar.

Not ticking every box? No worries! We value potential and drive, so apply anyway or connect with us- you might be just what we're looking for in our growing organisation! Join Aceve and take your expertise to the next level, together we are redefining what’s possible in craft and construction solutions!

Aceve is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our selection process is conducted continuously and without discrimination, ensuring an equal opportunity for all candidates.