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Shine

Payroll Accountant

On site

Paris, France

Freelance

17-10-2025

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Skills

Dynamics Data collection Process Improvement Business Management Accounting ERP Systems Recruitment

Job Specifications

At Ageras, we are redefining how entrepreneurs--freelancers, self-employed professionals, and SMEs--manage their banking and administrative tasks. Through seamless tools and innovative banking solutions, we help them focus on what matters most: growing their businesses.

Our vision is to become the best friend of every small entrepreneur across Europe.

Over the years, Ageras has grown through the merging of top European FinTechs like Shine (), Kontist (), Tellow (), and more. Today, we're a team of nearly 500 people.

Your role as a Payroll Accountant

As our new Payroll Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across multiple countries, including France, Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands. Your role will combine technical payroll execution, legal compliance, personnel administrative management, and employee support, ensuring smooth payroll operations across jurisdictions.

Working closely with the Finance Department, People & Culture teams, external payroll providers, and social institutions, you will ensure compliance with labor laws, social security regulations, and company policies while contributing to continuous process improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including data collection, validation, and preparation of pay slips for multi-country employees (France, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands)
Process payroll entries and reconciliations using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and other payroll software such as Silai, Cegid, ADP, or similar ERP systems
Prepare and submit social and tax declarations, including DSN (nominative social declaration), DPAE (pre-employment declarations), and monthly transmissions to social organizations (URSSAF, pension funds, mutual insurance)
Maintain accurate employee master data, payroll records, and personnel files to ensure compliance with labor and social security laws
Oversee administrative personnel management tasks: hiring formalities, contract drafting, employee departures, leave management, and amendments to employment contracts
Respond to employee inquiries related to pay slips, social charges, taxes, and labor law, providing clear explanations and legal guidance where appropriate
Coordinate with internal teams and external providers to ensure payroll accuracy and timely delivery
Monitor legal and regulatory changes related to payroll, labor law, and social legislation, adapting processes accordingly
Prepare summary reports, dashboards, and certificates (work certificates, Pole Emploi certificates, social balance sheets) as required
Participate in payroll process automation and digital transformation initiatives to increase efficiency
Manage peak workload periods with the ability to prioritise and work under tight deadlines

About You

Proficient in payroll software and ERP systems: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Silai, Cegid, ADP, or equivalents
Strong knowledge of French labor law, social security regulations, and multi-country payroll compliance
Mastery of social declarations and administrative payroll tasks (DSN, DPAE, tax filings)
Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and statistical/data extraction tools
Familiarity with HRIS and business management software
Ability to analyze payroll data and ensure compliance with collective agreements and company policies

Qualifications

Bac +2/3 (BTS, DUT, or equivalent) in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Management, Law, Finance, or related fields
Bac +5 (Master's) in HR, Payroll, or related discipline preferred
Solid experience in payroll processing, preferably in both French and international contexts
Proficient in English and French (business level)

We offer

A dynamic and international workplace with a flat structure and open culture
The opportunity to influence and improve payroll processes across multiple countries
Professional and personal development opportunities tailored to your goals
A flexible work environment that values work-life balance
A dedicated and supportive team where knowledge-sharing is part of the culture

Our recruitment process

1 A 30' introductory call with (Talent Acquisition Specialist) to get to know you better and share more about Ageras' culture and mission.

2 A 45' conversation with manager, where you will dive into your experience, career aspirations, and vision for this role.

3 Online personality and logic assessments

4 A 60' soft skills interview to see how we can best support your growth at Ageras.

About the Company

Shine' vision is to restore the joy of running a business, by ending wasted time on financial admin. By integrating our solutions into a single platform for invoicing, accounting, payroll, banking, and financing, we enable small business owners to focus on running their business. Founded in 2012 and run by serial entrepreneurs Rico Andersen and Martin Hegelund, today Shine serves more than 350,000 clients across Europe. Know more