About the position
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support the end-to-end payroll process for our client. The role combines operational payroll administration with stakeholder support, compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with employees, managers, internal stakeholders, and external parties to ensure an accurate, efficient, and compliant payroll process.
The company is a world-leading supplier of transport solutions and together with partners and customers, they are driving the transition to a sustainable transport system. The position is located at the company's headquarters in Södertälje, with the possibility to work from home 2-3 days a week.
Your responsibilities
Manage payroll cases end-to-end, including new hires, employment changes, terminations, absences, allowances, deductions, and other payroll-related activities.
Provide day-to-day support and guidance to employees and managers on payroll-related matters.
Perform quality checks to ensure accurate payroll processing and output.
Maintain payroll-related documentation and records.
Support annual payroll activities, including calendar-year and vacation-year transitions.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the organization and with external parties such as suppliers and authorities when required.
Participate in and contribute to payroll-related projects and initiatives focused on digitalization, automation, and process improvements.
Support continuous improvement activities within the Payroll function.
Your characteristics
We are looking for someone who is structured, detail-oriented, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work. You have a strong sense of ownership and accountability, along with a proactive mindset and a genuine interest in identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. As a service-minded and customer-focused professional, you communicate effectively and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You enjoy collaborating with others while also working independently, and you consistently ensure that your work is carried out with a high level of accuracy and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
Does this sound like an exciting opportunity? We look forward to reading your application!
Qualifications:
Vocational higher education qualification in Payroll (YH, 1.5–2 years)
At least 2 years of end-to-end payroll experience combined with a vocational payroll qualification, or 5+ years of operational payroll experience
Experience working with the SD Worx payroll system
Good knowledge of payroll-related laws and regulations
Professional proficiency in Swedish and English, written and spoken
Meritorious:
Experience working with different collective bargaining agreements
Experience with the Engineering Agreement (Teknikavtalet)
Experience working in large companies
Contract type and hours
Full-time consulting assignment for 6 months, with the possibility of an extension. Start 2026-08-04.
Let us help you take the next step in your career
Our vision is to ensure that everyone thrives and feels engaged at work. With us, you will find a wide variety of assignments, where you can either be employed directly by a company or work as a consultant through Perido. We are one of Sweden’s largest consulting firms for professionals, which gives you many opportunities. As a consultant, you become an important part of our organization and contribute your expertise within our clients’ organizations. Read more about us at Perido: https://perido.se/om-oss/
You can find answers to most questions or concerns at perido.se/vanliga-fragor/. If you still cannot find what you are looking for, you are welcome to contact us at fraga@perido.se. Please always include the position reference number 35914 in the subject line. Please note that we only accept applications through our website and that we are unable to provide updates on your application status or disclose the client company if it is not stated in the job advertisement.