Senior Payroll Planning Analyst
inDrive
Accounting & Finance, IT  
Limassol, Cyprus
Posted on Oct 30, 2025
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain payroll planning models and forecasts, ensuring alignment with CB methodologies and accounting principles.
- Coordinate with HR, CB, and Accounting teams to ensure consistency between payroll plans, actuals, and system records.
- Design and implement automation processes for payroll calculations and data validation using Workday and related systems.
- Analyze payroll structure and costs, identifying optimization opportunities and ensuring correct accounting treatment.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reporting for management and corporate FPA needs.
- Validate payroll allocations across entities and challenge underlying assumptions to ensure accuracy and fairness.
- Drive continuous improvement in payroll related data flow, reporting, and process automation Key KPIs Accuracy of payroll forecasts vs. actuals.
- Timeliness and quality of payroll data submission for planning cycles.
- Level of process automation achieved (of manual steps eliminated).
- Accuracy and completeness of payroll accounting allocations.
- Quality and reliability of payroll analytical reports.
- Experience and Knowledge 3–5 years of experience in FPA, Payroll Planning, or Compensation Benefits analytics.
- Strong understanding of payroll structure, accounting principles, and cost allocation methodologies.
- Experience with payroll and HRIS systems (preferably Workday).
- Solid Excel / Google Sheets and BI tools proficiency; familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Power Query, SQL, Python) is an advantage.
- Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to challenge existing processes constructively.
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
Qualifications
- Overview of Job functionality The Payroll Planning Analyst is responsible for planning, analyzing, and automating payroll related processes across the company group.
- The role ensures accurate forecasting, budgeting, and allocation of payroll costs in alignment with company compensation policies.
- It collaborates closely with CB, Accounting, and HR teams to enhance data accuracy, automate payroll reporting, and strengthen control processes.
- The position plays a key role in integrating payroll planning into broader FPA frameworks.
Conditions & Benefits
- Health insurance with oncology coverage and life insurance included.
- Hybrid work mode and flexible schedule.
- Relocation package offered for candidates from other regions.
- Access to professional counseling services including psychological, financial, and legal support.
- Diverse internal training programs.
- Partially or fully paid additional training courses.
- All necessary work equipment.
