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Payroll Specialist

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ABOUT US

ARRISE sets the benchmark for service delivery and excellence in the iGaming industry. Playing a key role in the success of its clients, which include Pragmatic Play, a brand relied upon by the world’s biggest online casinos for its cutting-edge products, ARRISE helps to deliver exceptional gaming experiences to millions of players worldwide.

Our global team of over 10,000 talented and driven professionals are shaping the future of iGaming. Headquartered in Gibraltar, we have offices spanning Canada, India, the Isle of Man, Latvia, Malta, Romania, Serbia, Bulgaria, and the UAE, and more exciting destinations on the horizon.

At ARRISE, we take pride in creating growth opportunities at all levels, constantly investing in our people while welcoming new colleagues and forging strategic partnerships that open new opportunities for success.

To achieve this, we bet on ourselves. We know that success is a collective effort, and our team is driven by ambition, collaboration, and a shared commitment to grow and succeed — while embracing every step of the journey.

Be part of the future of iGaming with 10,000 ARRISERS! See a job that excites you? Apply now, and our friendly recruitment team will connect with you soon. Your journey starts here.

ABOUT THE ROLE

At ARRISE, people are central to everything we do. As our Payroll Specialist, you will be the hands-on expert responsible for the punctual, precise, and compliant processing of payroll for our Bulgarian team. You will serve as one of the main points of contact for payroll inquiries and ensure that our payroll procedures adhere to Bulgarian labour, tax, and social security legislation. You will work closely with HR, Finance, Tax, and Workforce Planning teams to ensure employees are paid correctly and all reporting obligations are fulfilled.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Manage the entire payroll process for Bulgaria: gathering timesheet and attendance data, calculating gross pay, deductions (tax, social security, etc.), net pay, and ensuring accurate payments to employees.
Ensure payroll calculations fully adhere to Bulgarian standards: e.g., minimum wage requirements, overtime rules, social security bases and caps, personal income tax (flat rate), and other statutory deductions.
Calculate and process employer and employee social security contributions, health insurance payments, and ensure remittance to the appropriate authorities.
Apply the Bulgarian personal income tax rate on employment income.
Ensure payroll records comply with Bulgarian retention requirements and that payslips, payment records, and deduction documentation are accurately maintained.
Interpret and apply local legal provisions related to labour and payroll in Bulgaria, such as minimum wage levels, maximum insurable income for social security, overtime rules, leave entitlements, and other statutory payments.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting: social security returns, tax reports, employer contribution reports, and collaborate with external advisors or statutory auditors as needed.
Reply to employee payroll enquiries (in Bulgarian and English), resolve discrepancies and coordinate with HR on changes (new hires, terminations, pay changes, allowances, benefits).
Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure proper handling of special cases: e.g., maternity/paternity leave payments, sick leave payments, severance or termination payments.
Coordinate with external payroll providers, tax authorities, or social security institutions as necessary, ensuring deadlines are met and issues are escalated.
Keep informed about changes in Bulgarian labour law, tax legislation, and social security, and interpret their effects on payroll activities.
Assist with process improvements: streamline payroll procedures, ensure controls are in place, support audit readiness and documentation of payroll policies.
Any other duties as required.

WHAT WE ASK OF YOU

Proven experience in payroll processing within Bulgaria (or significant experience in the Bulgarian setting).
Strong understanding of Bulgarian tax, labour, and social security laws related to payroll (minimum wages, social security bases and contributions, employer/employee obligations, tax rates, leave payments).
Proficient in payroll systems and MS Excel; capable of analyzing data and performing reconciliations.
Strong attention to detail, a “right first time” approach, and a high level of accuracy.
Excellent communication skills in Bulgarian and English—both spoken and written—to liaise with employees, HR, Finance, external providers, and authorities.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and manage confidential payroll data with integrity.
Strong problem-solving skills — capable of interpreting legislative changes and applying them accurately to payroll calculations.
Preferred: Experience working in a global/multi-country payroll environment.
Ability to communicate calmly with sensitivity, internally and externally..

WHAT WE OFFER IN EXCHANGE

We offer an advantageous start salary
A detailed company training on highest standards
Tremendous growth opportunities in a large fast-moving international company
Additional health insurance (outpatient & hospital medical care, dental care, coverage of dioptric glasses and more)
Public transportation cards
MultiSport card, covered by the Employer
Food vouchers 82 EUR monthly
Working place situated a few steps from a subway line

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Free Meal Vouchers

Free Gym/Sports Card

Free Public Transport Card

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About ARRISE

Driven to deliver

ARRISE is a global leader in software development and services for the online gaming industry, with 11,000+ professionals across 14 locations worldwide.

We are behind some of iGaming’s most popular and celebrated slots and live casino games, delivering everything from product and platform to marketing, compliance, technology, and more.

And we are award winners ourselves, having been named Great Place to Work at the Women in Gaming Diversity Awards 2025.