Payroll Administrator

About The Role

As part of NOV’s regional payroll team will be directly responsible for supporting the business units in Denmark. The Payroll Administrator’s main responsibility is to ensure the timely processing of the monthly payroll schedule, with the ability to work under strict deadlines while always maintaining a high level of accuracy.

As a Payroll Administrator, you will be able to adapt to changing priorities and requirements while exercising sound judgment based on business needs. You will also be quick to identify critical information and respond appropriately.

You will be committed to self-development and continuous improvement. 

About The Company

At NOV, we deliver safe, high-quality, technology-driven equipment, services, and support that are essential to the global energy industry. Our mission is simple: we power the industry that powers the world. 

At NOV’s business unit Subsea Production Systems (SPS) we empower the energy sector with passion, expertise, and forward-thinking solutions. We develop reliable and efficient subsea energy production products that enhance our customers’ energy portfolios. With strong roots in the offshore oil and gas industry, we are also at the forefront of future technologies such as water treatment, ammonia storage, carbon injection, and wind energy—helping to reduce CO₂ emissions and drive the energy transition. 

SPS is headquartered in Brøndby, Denmark, with production sites in Kalundborg (DK), Porto do Acu (Br), Glenrothes (UK) and offices in Stavanger and Oslo (No), Rio de Janeiro ( Br), and Houston (US).  Globally, our team includes around 1,500 dedicated professionals, contributing to NOV’s workforce of approximately 34,000 employees. 

What We Offer

• International Exposure: Be part of a truly global organization that connects you with colleagues and partners from around the world, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with teams across HR, Finance, and other functions, gaining broad organizational insight and contributing to cross-departmental initiatives.
• Freedom with Responsibility: Enjoy flexibility in how you organize your work — we trust our people to take ownership and build their own success.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive a market-aligned salary that reflects your experience and contribution. 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the full range of tasks related to the monthly payroll processing in Denmark.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with local legal requirements and regulations.
• Provide daily operational payroll support and work closely with NOV’s outsourced vendors to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of payroll processing.
• Act as the first point of contact for your supported business units regarding payroll inquiries and updates.
• Prepare payroll master data input for the payroll system, ensuring accurate data handling.
• Perform time reconciliation.
• Verify payroll run results.
• Follow up on absences and requests for reimbursements from public authorities in Denmark.
• Submit tax approval for terminated, expatriate, and transferred employees.
• Handle annual income tax processes.
• Reconcile balance sheet and payroll-related accounts (e-income).
• Prepare payroll data for SOX testing and audit purposes.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in payroll payments with appropriate quality control and auditing.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the external payroll provider (ADP) to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery.
• Collaborate with Corporate HR & Finance where relevant, including related payroll requests and reporting.

Qualifications & Skills

• 5 years of experience in a similar position
• Ability to understand, evaluate, and manage payroll data.
• Good understanding of accounting.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to provide colleagues with the information they need to perform their tasks and remove obstacles.
• Ability to effectively allocate time to complete tasks.
• Confident and professional when representing the company in person and in writing.
• Strong sense of customer focus (internal/external).
• Committed to self-development and continuous improvement through the role to achieve career goals. 

Why Join Us?

Join us to be part of a collaborative team , shaping the future of subsea energy products and solutions.  

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where growth, innovative thinking and continuous improvement are core to how we operate. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally through diverse and challenging assignments, supported by experienced colleagues and a culture that values learning and development. 

Joining NOV means becoming part of a purpose-driven organization that is committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term career progression. 

With us at NOV Subsea Production Systems you’ll have an important role in delivering reliable and efficient subsea solutions, meeting today’s energy demands and shaping a  more sustainable future.  

Join us in going beyond to shape the future of energy. Because energy matters.