Title: Payroll Specialist

Requisition ID: 74551

Date: Jun 16, 2026

Location:

Horsens, DK, DK

Department: Human Resources

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week.

Job Summary

The Payroll Specialist supports all aspects of payroll and benefits, including the payroll process, benefits administration, payroll documentation, and inquiries related to pensions, health insurance, and bonus payments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Timely payroll processing and ensuring that SAP is updated with all relevant changes
Optimization and streamlining of internal workflows and processes within the payroll area
Management of HR’s annual cycle in relation to salary adjustments, bonus payments, vacation regulations, share programs, and company car administration in full compliance with applicable rules and regulations
Ensuring accurate time and attendance registration
Supporting processes to ensure that all new hires, terminations, and promotions are handled accurately and in a timely manner
Responsible for the timely and professional resolution of employee-related payroll inquiries
Monitoring changes in employees’ tax information
Analyzing and organizing systematic reporting within the HR area. Contributing to the preparation of the annual salary plan and timeline in coordination with payroll delivery
Reviewing annual salary reports and performing reconciliations
Ensuring correct, up-to-date registration and processing of master data
Reporting mandatory information to authorities such as Statistics Denmark, the Confederation of Danish Industry, and other legal partners

Education

Bachelor’s degree within a commercial field (e.g., Business Administration, Finance, etc.)
Alternatively, you have completed vocational training (e.g., office assistant or office administration) combined with relevant professional experience

Work Experience

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Finance or HR department and experience handling complex payroll tasks is a key success factor for the role

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Fluent written and spoken Danish and English at negotiation level
Advanced user of payroll-related software such as SAP
Experience partnering with external payroll providers (e.g., ADP)
Advanced user of MS Office tools (especially Excel and Word)
Open and curious about automation and digitalization. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Experience in friendly and professional handling and proactive follow-up of employee inquiries (especially hourly and salaried employees) is an advantage
You set high standards for your own performance and take responsibility for the successful execution and completion of tasks
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and communicate with employees at all levels of the organization and within the HR team

Pay Transparency:

The annual base salary range for this position is kr492,500.00 - kr626,800.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.