Payroll to Finance Expert, Modernized Core HR and Payroll

We are looking for a Payroll to Finance Expert, Modernized Core HR and Payroll for our client in the financial industry.

Job Description:
Lead the end-to-end payroll-to-finance integration for the Modernize Core HR & Payroll (Izzy Program)
Ensure seamless connection between SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (SF ECP) and financial systems
Standardize posting/WTR templates and GL mapping across all entities
Design and enforce reconciliation logic, coverage, and accountability
Coordinate cutover and balances strategy, ensuring readiness and fallback plans
Establish governance, maintain decision logs, and drive compliance and risk controls in line with audit expectations
Collaborate closely with Group People and Group Finance teams
Ensure knowledge transfer and handover to the Payroll-to-Finance Process Owner for business-as-usual (BAU) operations

Required skills:
Strong accounting and controlling expertise (GL, Chart of Accounts, reconciliations)
Experience with SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (SF ECP), SAP ECC and/or different finance systems
SAP ECC/ECP and reporting proficiency
Experience in payroll-to-finance integration projects
Experience in leading project teams
Governance and decision-making experience
Project management skills
Risk and compliance mindset
Vendor and stakeholder management skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Nice-to-have skills:
Previous work in large-scale HR/payroll transformation programs
Familiarity with the clients finance and HR systems
Experience in multinational or matrix organizations
Knowledge of audit processes and requirements
Change management experience

Start date: ASAP
End date: 17.01.2027
Location: Helsinki, Finland / Copenhagen, Denmark / Stockholm, Sweden / Oslo, Norway

We offer you: We offer a versatile assignment where every day is different and interesting. We also offer a very competitive salary and good employee benefits.

Are you interested in becoming a part of our dynamic team? The position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found, so please be quick and submit your application!

Please include your salary expectation in your application. For more information, contact Kimmo Kärsämä, tel. 050 412 7500, kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi

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