Job Description

Bruker is enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and pharma applications, in microscopy and nanoanalysis, as well as in industrial applications. Today, worldwide more than 11 000 employees (more than 2000 employees in R&D) are working on this permanent challenge, at over 90 locations on all continents.

Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, clinical phenomics research, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, functional structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

Please visit www.bruker.com

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager (m/f/d) to join our dynamic finance team in Warsaw.

Reporting to the GBS Center Lead, the GBS Payroll Manager will be responsible for the operational and strategic oversight of payroll processes across multiple European countries, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and company policies

The role will manage payroll process, drive standardization, efficiency, and governance across the payroll function, and provide leadership to payroll specialists within the region

The GBS Payroll Manager will collaborate closely with HR, Finance, and external stakeholders, including third-party payroll providers, to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality payroll service delivery. The position requires strong vendor-management capabilities and the ability to maintain productive, service-oriented relationships with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee payroll operations across multiple European countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the payroll team, ensuring clear performance expectations and adherence to SLAs.
• Validate and approve payroll inputs and outputs, including statutory deductions, tax requirements, and social security contributions.
• Ensure full compliance with local labour laws, tax regulations, corporate policies, and internal control standards.
• Drive payroll standardisation, harmonisation, and automation across the region to increase efficiency and reduce manual work.
• Maintain and continuously improve payroll process documentation (SOPs, work instructions, checklists).
• Proactively identify process gaps and lead the implementation of best practices and optimisation initiatives.
• Serve as the key point of contact for HR, Finance, internal stakeholders, and external payroll vendors.
• Oversee vendor performance, ensuring high‑quality, service‑oriented delivery from third‑party payroll providers.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring high data integrity and robust documentation.
• Prepare payroll metrics, dashboards, and analytics for management review and decision-making.
• Manage escalations, resolve complex payroll issues, and ensure timely execution according to the regional payroll calendar.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a shared‑services environment to secure seamless payroll operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, including hands-on multi-country exposure.
• 3–5 years of people-management experience within a shared-services or business-services environment.
• Strong understanding of European payroll legislation, compliance, tax, and social security regulations.
• Experience working with multiple payroll systems (e.g., SAP, eView, HRIS platforms).
• Proven vendor-management experience with third‑party payroll providers.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience leading or contributing to payroll transformation, automation, or standardisation projects.
• Fluency in English; additional European languages are an advantage.

We Offer:

• Flexible work arrangement with the benefit of 1 extra day off annually provided by the company DEC 31st.
• Professional development opportunities: on-site training, LinkedIn learning, language courses, and educational assistance program
• Comprehensive benefits package: Multisport options, Cafeteria Plan, Lunch Card (450 PLN)
• Monetary benefits: referral bonus, seniority rewards
• Health and wellness benefits: medical care (including dental plan), Group life insurance
• Inclusive workplace culture promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Access to legal, financial, and psychological support services
• Modern office space in central Warsaw with panoramic city views
• Join our team and contribute to the financial success of our organization while advancing your career in a supportive and professional environment.

Bruker is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and evaluate candidates based on their skills, experience, and qualifications. We do not discriminate based on any personal characteristic or background protected by applicable laws.