Payroll Officer

Where precision meets people: reliability at the heart of payroll!

About Nearfield Instruments
Nearfield Instruments (NFI) is a fast-growing scale-up high-tech company. We design, develop, integrate, market and service advanced metrology machines. Our machines enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers – to increase the production yields, and thus, functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics.

Founded in 2016, we bring together the most creative minds (approx. 400 employees) in science and technology and develop a one-of-a-kind, revolutionary high throughput Scanning Probe Microscopy system.

Where will you be working?

You will join a dynamic and passionate team at Nearfield Instruments, where collaboration is key. In this role, you will report directly to our Global Payroll Specialist and work closely with our HR and Finance department to make a real impact.

What will you be doing?

Are you an experienced payroll officer who gets energy from accurate payroll runs and improving processes?

At Nearfield Instruments, you don’t just work on correct salary payments; you help build a future‑proof payroll administration that stands strong. You ensure that every colleague can rely on a timely and error‑free salary. Together with the Global Payroll Specialist, you make a real difference in the stability and reliability of our organization

As a Payroll Officer, you are responsible for the end-to-end payroll process. Your eye for detail, analytical mindset, and drive for continuous improvement ensure that our payroll runs smoothly and efficiently. You work closely with the Global payroll Specialist, HR, Finance, and external partners to maintain a high level of quality and compliance.

You are someone who thrives on structure, accuracy, and responsibility. You enjoy working with numbers, controls, and clear oversight, especially when deadlines are approaching. You notice what can be improved and you ask critical questions, and you’re not afraid to address processes that need attention.

One of your key upcoming challenges will be supporting the implementation of a new HRIS system, with a planned go-live next year.

You are service‑oriented and approachable for colleagues with questions, yet sharp when it comes to content and compliance. You understand both the technical and the human side of payroll. You are confident in setting boundaries and remain calm when the pressure rises. You are a colleague others can truly rely on.

Join us and help shape a payroll journey we’re proud of.

Why is the position interesting for you?

·        Make a real impact behind the scenes, your precision keeps 400+ colleagues moving forward

·        Build a future-proof payroll in a fast-growing high-tech scale-up where accuracy truly matters

·        Combine structure, responsibility, and people-focus in a role that strengthens the backbone of our organization.”

What are we looking for?

A scale up can provide phenomenal learning and development opportunities but can also be a hectic environment at times. You must fit in such a climate and don’t mind to constantly implementing changes and process improvements, and to go the extra mile on a regular basis and feel comfortable with some uncertainty.

Furthermore, you need to recognize yourself in the profile as described below.

·        Bachelor’s level education in Human Resources, Payroll Administration, or a related discipline.

·        Several years of experience as a Payroll Officer or related, with solid knowledge of Dutch labor laws and regulations.

·        A detail & service-oriented team player with strong administrative skills and a natural drive to identify and implement improvements.

·        Efficiently manages priorities while thriving in fast-moving, competitive contexts.

·        Excellent command of English communication, in both spoken and written form.

·        24-36 hours per week available and willingness to work all the hours in the office in Rotterdam.

·        You are eligible to work in the Netherlands.

What can you expect from us?

Getting on board now is a great opportunity to grow with the company from a technical, personal, and financial perspective. Nearfield's momentum is energetic and promising!

Our starting point is of course to pay someone a fair and competitive salary and besides this we offer you:

·        30 holidays per calendar year (based on 40 hours);

·        8% holiday allowance;

·        Commuting allowance;

·        Discount on your health insurance;

·        We are here to support one another, and colleagues are there to help you;

·        Besides a challenging role where you can utilize the full extent of your professional knowledge.

Apply for this job

If the above challenges excite you, we encourage you to send us your details using the Apply now button on our career site.

Our recruitment process:

·        Call with Recruiter

·        1st interview with our colleagues from the Finance Department

·        2nd interview with our TeamLead HR Back Office and our CFO

·        Offer and reference check

·        Meeting our CEO

·        Onboarding and welcome at Nearfield Instruments!

If you have any questions? Feel free to contact me via:

Ilona Voshaart - Corporate Recruiter

x.ilona.voshaart@nearfieldinstruments.com