Job Description
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees in Germany, and other EMEA payrolls, using our external providers, including salary calculations, deductions, bonuses, and overtime payments.
• Deliver monthly and annual tax filings, social security contributions, and statutory filings.
• Perform accurate monthly SOX controls for the payroll.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, employee data, tax information, and ensure updates are processed promptly in the payroll system.
• Prepare payroll reports as required, assist our accounting team with payroll related queries and support internal and external audits related to payroll.
• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees, resolving discrepancies and providing clear explanations of pay and deductions.
• Identify areas for process improvement, system enhancements, and automation to streamline payroll operations.
• Collaborate with our stakeholder teams across the business to ensure alignment on compensation, benefits, and financial reporting.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a payroll processing role, demonstrating a strong understanding of payroll compliance.
• Country coverage : Germany
• Experience processing payroll in at least 2 EMEA countries, including Germany
• Proficient in using payroll systems (e.g., SAP, ADP, or similar) and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• High level of accuracy and detail orientation in payroll calculations and compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve payroll discrepancies and implement process improvements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll concepts to non-payroll staff
• German language is a plus

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