Payroll Specialist EMEA

About Aeris Communications Inc.

For more than three decades, Aeris has been a trusted cellular IoT leader enabling the biggest IoT programs and opportunities across Automotive, Utilities and Energy, Fleet Management and Logistics, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing. Our IoT technology expertise serves a global ecosystem of 7,000 enterprise customers and 30 mobile network operator partners, and 100 million IoT devices across the world. Aeris powers today's connected smart world with innovative technologies and borderless connectivity that simplify management, enhance security, optimize performance, and drive growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking an EMEA Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries in the EMEA region, with an initial focus on the UK & Romania.

This role will play a key part in transitioning payroll responsibilities from external providers to Rippling (our global payroll technology) starting with the UK region to possible other countries thereafter, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing for all employees in scope.

This position will report directly to the Treasurer, based in the US, and will collaborate with HR, Finance, and external partners to maintain smooth payroll operations across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and process monthly payrolls for EMEA entities (initially UK & Romania), ensuring accuracy and compliance with local labor, tax, and social security regulations;
• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll matters in the EMEA region;
• Maintain close collaboration with Employer of Records for Payroll and administration purposes;
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate data flow (new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, benefits, etc.);
• Validate payroll calculations, statutory deductions, and employer contributions for permanent, temporary, and contractor staff;
• Coordinate with external vendors or local authorities as needed for filings and payments;
• Support audits, reconciliations, and year-end statutory reports and other related to payroll;
• Supports payroll-related benefits administration (such as health insurance, pension, etc.);
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support the global payroll structure transition;
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection in line with GDPR and company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field;
• 3–5 years of experience in payroll operations, preferably within a multinational or multi-country environment;
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance across EMEA region (UK, Romania and others);
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Strong attention to details, sense of accountability and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English (other European languages are a plus).

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with
  Rippling
  payroll system and ERP tools.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing, global payroll team shaping a new regional structure;
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to expand responsibilities across EMEA;
• Contribute directly to a major transition project that will streamline and strengthen payroll operations worldwide.

Aeris is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

As part of our hiring process, Aeris may conduct background checks to verify the information provided in your application and assess your suitability for the role. The scope and type of checks will comply with the applicable laws and regulations of the country where the position is based. Additional detail will be provided via the formal application process.