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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Associate Specialist, Mid Office Payroll
Reports To Team Lead (or above)
about Randstad
Randstad is the world’s largest talent company and a partner of choice to clients. We are
committed to providing equitable opportunities to people from all backgrounds and help
them remain relevant in the rapidly changing world of work. We have a deep understanding
of the labor market and help our clients to create the high-quality, diverse, and agile
workforces they need to succeed. Our 46,000 employees around the world make a positive
impact on society by helping people to realize their true potential throughout their working
life.
about Randstad Global Capability Center
Randstad Global Capability Center is responsible for strategic delivery for Randstad markets
and businesses globally. Through our centers of excellence of talent services, human
resources, finance, IT, and marketing, the Global Capability Center is a high growth and
acceleration enabler as we become the world’s most equitable and specialized talent
company. To realize this goal, we are expanding and strengthening our finance capability
center and this role specializes in managing timesheet and expense management framework.
The Mid-Office Coordinator is responsible for managing the administrative tasks required for
the successful placement of temporary employees (Talents) with clients. This role ensures
strict compliance with current labor legislation and Group internal processes. As a key player
in operational performance, the coordinator actively contributes to the continuous
improvement of administrative workflows across one or more regions.
In this role, you will have a clear set of responsibilities. However, as our organization is
constantly evolving, you may be asked to contribute to projects or tasks not explicitly
outlined in this job description. We value a flexible mindset and the ability to look beyond
your core remit.
Key Responsibilities
Client Configuration & Optimization (Osmose)
● Manage and improve client settings within the Osmose system.
● Support Consultants, Account Managers, or Process Managers in creating and linking
complex payroll rules.
● Optimize administrative processes, including contract management, HR templates,
time-clock imports, and Vendor Management Systems (e.g., Pixid).
Conduct weekly operational reviews and monthly post-payroll audits with agencies to
ensure data quality.
Talent File Management
● Follow up with Talents to secure and validate registrations in Osmose.
● Monitor medical fitness compliance (scheduling exams, updating files, and tracking
summons).
● Ensure the timely renewal of professional certifications (CACES), authorizations, and
residence permits.
● Generate risk assessment reports and mandatory monthly editions.
Contract Management
● Draft and issue temporary work contracts (CTT) and assignment contracts (CMD).
● Manage framework contracts ("contrats chapeaux") and specific assignment letters
for CDII (Permanent-Interim) contracts.
● Ensure all contracts are systematically signed.
Payroll Processing & Expenses
● Collect all timesheets and variable payroll data (absences, bonuses, etc.) from teams,
clients, or Time & Attendance (GTA) tools.
● Enter and audit timesheets in Osmose for compliance.
● Manage weekly follow-ups for missing supporting documentation.
● Process downpayments (advances) within established deadlines.
● Audit and reintegrate professional expenses in accordance with URSSAF regulations.
Support & Dispute Resolution
● Staff the dedicated telephone hotline for client and Talent inquiries/claims.
● Monitor contracts without defined end-dates and resolve anomalies.
● Manage the recovery of overdue invoices (excluding commercial disputes).
● Identify and flag overpayments for recovery.
● Handle administrative processing of wage garnishments and absence justifications.
Digital Transformation
● Promote and encourage the use of digital solutions (Client Portal, Youplan, Talent App,
e-invoicing, and digital pay slips).
Key Skills & Competencies
● Good experience of working with data, preferably in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
and Google Suite products (Gmail, Google Sheets including VLOOKUP and basic
formulas, shared drives) Excel or Google sheets.
● Strong process ownership and accountability to drive positive outcomes for self
● Ability to work under tight deadlines well skilled at multi-tasking
● Ability to respond to customer needs with speed and accuracy with strong focus on
customer service excellence.
● Troubleshoot, identify and report any potential identified issues.
● Ability to multi-task and deliver with excellence is an essential requirement of the
role.
● Willingness and eagerness to learn; is curious and demonstrates adaptability to
accommodate process priorities.
● Strong written and verbal communication skills. You should be comfortable to reach
out to colleagues, supervisors or stakeholders, can explain clearly what the key
messages are and deliver business solutions accordingly.
● Prior experience of working in salesforce tools is an added advantage.
● Payroll & Billing: Strong understanding of payroll mechanisms and anomaly
detection.
● IT Systems: High comfort level with business software (Osmose), VMS platforms
(Pixid, Fieldglass), and automation tools (RPA).
Education & Other Qualifications (Required and Preferred):
● Bachelor’s degree in commerce
● Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in administration / financial accounting / similar
work profile
● Prior experience of working on in timesheet and payrolling is a must
Workdays: Monday to Friday
Daily Hours: 9 hours per day (includes 1 hour of break each day)
Shift Timings: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm CET (flexibility to work timings needed during the month end
and other deadlines.
Reporting Line: You will be reporting into the team lead
Your development at Randstad:
At Randstad, your growth and development are central. We believe in training talent and
offer you an ideal working environment where you learn a lot. You will receive plenty of
learning and development opportunities. We are happy to discuss your ambitions with you
and look together at the direction in which you want to develop. You contribute to new
developments and the continuous improvement of our services.
Is this the job for you? We would love to hear from you! Please apply directly to the role and we will get in touch with you.
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