Payroll Specialist

About the Role

The Kulturveranstaltungen des Bundes in Berlin GmbH (KBB) is looking to fill the position of Payroll Specialist (m/w/d/k) on a permanent basis, available immediately for full-time or part-time employment. This role offers the chance to take on responsibility and actively contribute expertise in payroll processing within an innovative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute the monthly payroll process in partnership with the payroll team.
• Maintain and update all employee-related data within the HR system (Sage).
• Verify and input employee master data, contract modifications, and absences.
• Serve as the contact point for employees regarding income tax, payroll, and social security matters.
• Generate certificates, reports, and payroll analyses.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Professional experience in payroll accounting or personnel administration with preparatory payroll tasks.
• Completed commercial training, degree, or equivalent qualification.
• Proficiency in digital systems and software.
• Strong numerical aptitude and methodical, meticulous approach to work.
• High customer service orientation and enjoyment in interacting with people.
• Excellent German language skills; English knowledge is advantageous.
• Applicants with some experience and strong interest in payroll are encouraged to apply, even if not all qualifications are met.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Varied responsibilities with significant autonomy in a company with flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes.
• Remuneration according to TVöD Bund (pay group 9a).
• Additional pension benefits (VBL) based on contract terms.
• Flexible working hours and mobile work options by agreement.
• Health promotion and staff development through seminars and training events.
• Salary increases and pay raises linked to company tenure.
• Annual special payment.
• 30 vacation days per year for a 5-day workweek.
• Extra days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
• Discounted tickets for cultural program events.
• JobRad bicycle leasing available for private use after 36 months contract.
• Reduced rates for public transportation job tickets.
• Additional attractive corporate benefits.

Additional Information

Applications should include cover letter, CV, certificates, and if applicable, references, and must be submitted online by July 23, 2026. Interviews are scheduled during calendar weeks 29 and 31. For content-related inquiries, contact Estelle Brüggemann via email. Technical application submission issues can be addressed through support. The employer encourages applicants from underrepresented groups and those who may not meet every requirement but have relevant experience and interest. Due to technical limitations, anonymous applications are not accepted; however, applicants are requested to omit photos and personal information revealing ethnicity, gender identity, age, or similar details. Cost reimbursement related to the application process is not provided. Visit the company website for detailed information on the application process, diversity, inclusion, and data protection policies.