Senior Payroll Manager

The Senior Payroll Manager will join Batgroup, the operator behind the cleaning‑service brands Batmaid, Putzfrau and the software offering Batsoft. Reporting straight to the COO, the role sits at the heart of HR and administration, guaranteeing that the large field workforce receives accurate, on‑time compensation while the company stays fully compliant with Swiss regulations. Every day the manager will supervise the complete payroll cycle through SwissSalary, verify adjustments, overtime and family‑allowance entries, and guarantee flawless salary runs. They will also coordinate yearly salary announcements for all Batgroup entities, act as the final escalation point for complex payroll queries from agents and authorities, and maintain the integrity of payroll data, XML uploads and the SwissSalary database. In addition, the position oversees claims processing, contract changes, work certificates, terminations, and the invoicing and receivables workflow for Batmaid and Batsoft, including late‑payment handling and liaison with the debt‑collection partner. Leadership duties involve guiding a cross‑functional HR and admin team split between the Putzfrau and Batmaid brands, driving daily motivation, monitoring KPIs and feeding structured reports and recommendations to the COO. The employer requires at least five years of proven leadership experience in managing HR, payroll or administrative teams, preferably within a high‑volume, fast‑growing environment. Candidates must possess deep, practical knowledge of Swiss labour law, social security and payroll compliance, and have a track record of steering complex external audits covering AHV/AVS, LAA/UVG and collective labour agreements, as well as handling union disputes and cross‑brand governance. Fluency in French and English is mandatory, and the role demands regular travel to Zurich, ideally once a week, with a bi‑weekly minimum. A strong command of German is considered an advantage, as is hands‑on familiarity with the SwissSalary platform and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central. The ideal person is a proactive "doer" who continuously refines processes and automates repetitive tasks, while maintaining an energetic, communicative style that builds trust and supports C‑level decision‑making. The position offers a competitive salary, performance‑linked bonuses and the chance to shape payroll and compliance strategy across three growing brands within the dynamic Batgroup ecosystem. What the role asks for: - 5+ years leadership of HR/payroll teams - In‑depth knowledge of Swiss labour law and social security - Experience handling complex audits (AHV/AVS, LAA/UVG, CLA) - Ability to travel to Zurich weekly (or bi‑weekly) - French language at professional level - English language at professional level - German language proficiency (nice‑to‑have) - Practical knowledge of SwissSalary and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central (nice‑to‑have)