Assistant AP and Payroll Manager

About Gapstars

Gapstars is a Netherlands-based software development services provider that builds remote, agile teams in Sri Lanka and Portugal for innovative tech companies. Today, we are home to 300+ TechStars and innovative minds, turning scalable software into performance products that shape the future. Our partners are highly ambitious tech companies that are looking to conquer their respective markets.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Accounting Expert to manage payroll accounting activities while supporting general accounting operations across AP/AR, while also contributing to day-to-day financial administration to support continuity within the team.

Payroll Accounting

• Manage end-to-end payroll accounting processes.

• Support the transition of payroll accounting activities from an external agency to an in-house function.

• Ensure payroll-related financial entries are accurately recorded and reconciled.

• Maintain compliance with applicable payroll regulations and tax requirements.

• Assist in interpreting and applying Dutch payroll compliance requirements, including expat-related tax rulings where applicable.

• Work with payroll software to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Support AP/AR activities including invoice processing, payment follow-ups, and reconciliations.

• Maintain accurate general ledger postings related to payroll and operational expenses.

• Assist with customer invoicing and supplier payment processing.

• Contribute to month-end close activities where required.

• Work collaboratively with the finance team to build redundancy across