Payroll Specialist (m/w/d)

About the Role

For a manufacturing client based in Steinhude, we are seeking a Payroll Specialist to take ownership of end-to-end payroll operations. The role offers a strong HR-focused environment with access to broad support throughout the hiring process and regular updates along the way.

Responsibilities

• Run complete payroll processing, including year-end closing tasks and occupational pension administration for approximately 160 employees.
• Act as the go-to contact, both internally and externally, for payroll-related, wage tax, and social insurance matters.
• Support audits by tax authorities and social insurance institutions, including payroll and company inspections.
• Maintain master data and transactional employee data in payroll and time-management systems.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of HR reporting.
• Participate in process optimization and digital transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• Completed commercial vocational training, ideally complemented by additional qualifications in human resources management.
• Solid experience in payroll accounting, along with sound knowledge of wage tax, social security, and employment law.
• Practical familiarity with time-tracking systems, MS Office, and Hansalog.

Working Conditions

• 37 hours per week.
• 50% remote work arrangement.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Collective bargaining agreement.
• Holiday bonus.
• Christmas bonus.
• Access to corporate benefits.

Compensation

The expected annual salary is around EUR 60,000, depending on qualifications.

About the Hiring Support

HR professionals can explore opportunities across recruitment, HR management, employee development, payroll, HR controlling, and more. The recruitment process is supported from the outset, with additional information provided throughout and timely feedback shared at each stage. A strong network also gives access to roles that are not publicly advertised.