Location: Milan, ItalyDepartment: Payroll department, FinanceReporting to: Manager PayrollWe have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Specialist Italy (Temporary Contract)Department overview:The Payroll Department is an integral part of the MK EMEA finance team, responsible for processing payroll in compliance with applicable laws. We ensure timely and accurate payments to employees and third parties, including social security, pension, and tax authorities, across 20 European countries.Who You Are:You are detailed oriented, good at organizing your workday, a good communicator and capable of working with minimal supervision, honest, good at following instructions well, competent with spreadsheets.What You’ll Do: You will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and efficient payroll services, with a strong focus on compliance and providing an excellent experience for MK employees. This role also serves as backup support within the team.Manage the payroll process for Italy, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees and third parties (social security, pension, and tax authorities)Act as the primary contact with external payroll providers, submitting data for the monthly payroll process, reviewing preliminary reports, and approving the final version of payslipsUpload bank files for salary payments in the treasury platform and request the necessary approvalsCoordinate social security, pension, and withholding tax payments with the treasury teamProvide the accounting team with journal entries based on information processed in the monthly payroll (including accruals) and follow up on any necessary reconciliationsServe as the direct contact for auditors regarding payroll-related queries during the statutory financial statement processResolve employee payroll inquiries professionally and efficientlyPerform SOX controls as implemented at the MK Europe levelPrepare and maintain standard and ad hoc reports based on payroll data, including statistical reports and KPIsKeep standard operating procedures up to dateCollaborate and support projects such as payroll migration, time and attendance system implementation, and integration between payroll provider systems and HR systemsYou’ll Need to Have:Diploma/Degree in HR/Economic educational backgroundProven experience as payroll specialist or in a similar role (at least 3 years +) within multinational organization and CCNL CommercioProfessional knowledge of payroll accounting and labor law, social security, and income tax lawExperience in HR administration processesProficiency in English; knowledge of another European language is a plusStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelFamiliarity with Zucchetti and Workday is a plusWe’d Love to See:High level of accuracy and attention to detailAbility to handle sensitive information with discretionService-oriented approach to workStrong interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent administrative and organizational abilitiesFlexible mindset with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic environmentMK Perks: Our purpose is to make all employees and customers #FeelGreat with Michael Kors. When you join our business, we want you to feel like a valued member of the team from Day 1. To make your journey enriching with us, we offer:Cross-brand DiscountExclusive Employee SalesPaid Parental LeaveGenerous Holiday Schedule and Vacation DaysSummer FridaysInternal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace)Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)Flexible working hoursThrive Wellness ProgramLifeWorks Employee Assistance Program#FeelGreat program that include the following pillars: Connected Communities/Inspired Innovation/ Responsible Future/Meaningful ExperiencesAnnual paid medical checksMeal vouchers for lunch