Senior Payroll Specialist - German

Porto, PT April 19, 2026 Full Time
Senior Payroll Specialist - German As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for executing and supporting German end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring full compliance with local legislation and internal client established policies. The role requires close collaboration with the client, German relevant authorities and internal teams. Payroll Delivery / Payroll Operations Ensure the strict execution of all payroll activities in accordance with applicable law; Process salary data in compliance with legal rules and internal client policies; Ensure accuracy and timeliness of end-to-end processing; Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve any input inconsistencies; Validate payroll transactions and participate in the resolution of disputes; Process salary payments via SEPA and manage rejections; Perform statutory activities: DEUEV, ELSTAM, communications to Krankenkassen, tasks and annual declarations; Support responses and communications between authorities such as Finanzamt and Rentenversicherung; Generate accounting entries and support the resolution of discrepancies and internal audits; Report risks and delays according to defined escalation paths; Participate in initiatives for continuous process improvement. Payroll Customer Service Provide support to employees with correct information on issues related to payroll processing according to SLA's and other defined metrics; Participate in the reporting and justification of deviations and errors detected. Other Act as a backup for Country Lead or SME Germany Payroll when necessary; Continuously update knowledge base articles and desktop procedures about German payroll legislation and processes. Skills and Competencies Previous experience in in-house payroll Germany; Detailed knowledge of Gross-to-Net calculations and statutory deductions; Fluency in English is a mandatory factor; German is preferential (not eliminatory); Experience in SAP Payroll (ECP / SAP HCM); Attention to detail and the ability to work to strict deadlines; Proficiency of MS Office / Google Suite; Excellent organization, demonstrated ability to work as a team member. We spark curiosity so you can do inspiring work. Grow here. Go further.
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