Payroll Associate

Why UKG:  

At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That’s what we do.

We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you’ll get flexibility that’s real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters—and so do you.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Global Payroll Operator to join our dynamic team. As a Global Payroll Operator, you will play a pivotal role in managing accurate and timely payroll processing for our diverse portfolio of international clients. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, ensuring compliance with local regulations, analyzing data, and implementing payroll best practices. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing company at the forefront of the payroll industry.

Hybrid role based in our Varna office, with 3 days onsite per week. 

Responsibilities:
•  Process monthly payroll inputs and outputs in line with defined procedures, deadlines, and controls
•  Perform validations and checks to ensure payroll accuracy and statutory compliance
•  Manage routine payroll changes, including starters, leavers, and employee data updates
•  Respond to payroll‑related queries from employees and stakeholders in a professional manner
•  Maintain accurate payroll documentation and audit‑ready records
•  Support reconciliation activities, reporting, and issue resolution
•  Escalate risks, discrepancies, or non‑standard cases in accordance with established processes
•  Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing within the payroll team

Requirements:
• 1 to 3 years of experience post-graduate, in a data orientated environment.
• Eager for opportunities to leverage information for organizational gain.
• Analytical thinker who can add value with their knowledge, solutions skills and ideas.
• Keen to grow, learn and develop in a challenging hyper-growth organization.
• Strong Communication & Relationship skills.
• Well organized, reliable and detailed oriented person, who can work in a dynamic environment

• 25 to 28 days of annual leave;

• Medical coverage provided by Bulstrad for you and your dependents;

• Life, AD&D, Disability & critical illness coverage provided by DZI;

• Meal vouchers provided by Edenred – EUR 95 per month;

• Employee Assistance Programs available 24/7;

• Global Tuition Reimbursement program – up to EUR 3 425 per year;

• Fertility support – up to EUR 6 525 per year;

• Adoption assistance;

• Business travel insurance;

•  U choose program – EUR 275 every quarter to be spent on eligible items.

Company Overview:

UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry — because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.

 

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.     

Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com

The pay range for this position is €13,100 to €15,000 gross per year. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Learn more about UKG’s benefits and rewards at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefits