Payroll Process Specialist

Research shows that women and other under-represented groups within our industry hesitate to apply unless they tick most boxes of a role description. At Stegra, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core. We need a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team to rally behind our purpose of de-carbonizing hard-to-abate industries, starting with steel.So, if you are equally passionate about our purpose yet concerned that your experience doesn’tperfectlyalign with the qualifications stated in the job advert, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate, either for this role – or for another upcoming role in ourrapidlygrowingbusiness.
About us:
Stegra, formerly know as H2 Green Steel,is on a mission to disrupt the global steel industry by producing green steel, with the end goal of bringing down CO2emissions to zero. By using green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity instead of coal; water and heat will be our primary emissions. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitalized, and sustainable plant in Boden, located in northern Sweden - currently in construction phase. But this is just the beginning – our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize other industries in addition to steel, and we look forward to what’s next in store for us.
We are looking for talented, innovative, and purpose-driven people to join our rapidly growing and diverse team. Our employees get to learn everyday, implement the latest technology and test and put their ideas into practice. Together, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core – for our people, customers, investors, society, and planet.
Payroll Process Specialist
We are recruiting aPayroll Process Specialistwho will be responsible for overseeing the payroll process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and Swedish employment regulations. This role involves cross functional collaboration with HR, finance, digital teams, and external payroll providers to manage payroll operations effectively. You will also play a key role in identifying and implementing process improvements to optimize payroll management.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with HR, finance, digital teams, and the external payroll provider to ensure accurate processing of payroll-related data, including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and benefits changes.
• Create and update payroll instructions and documentation to ensure clarity and consistency within the payroll team.
• Participate in the preparation and execution of payroll processes to ensure smooth operations.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing timely and professional responses to employees and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with payroll regulations, labor laws, and collective agreements, with support from internal subject matter experts as needed.
• Collaborate with the external payroll provider and internal teams to drive continuous improvements in payroll administration and related processes.
Requirements
• Proven experience in payroll process management.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Knowledge of Swedish employment law and familiarity with interpreting collective agreements is desirable.
• Experience with project work, particularly in payroll or HR-related projects.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across HR, finance, digital teams, and external vendors.
• A service-oriented approach with a focus on providing clear, accurate responses to payroll inquiries.
• Experience working with collective bargaining agreements, preferably in the industrial sector.
Hiring Entity and Place of work: H2GS AB, Boden
What we can offer you
If you are passionate about making actual change and having a positive impact on society and our planet, Stegra offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fun and professional team with high ambitions.
You will get the opportunity to shape your future career together with a company focusing on creating a culture where everyone can thrive and feel a sense of belonging. In the end, we know that Stegra'sgrowth and success is dependent on our people and we can’t wait to shape the future of steelmaking and other industries together as a team.