Payroll Specialist
Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany (Hybrid) · Tempo pieno
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- Pubblicato
- 1 settimana fa
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- Eligibility
- Professionals with payroll experience, especially those familiar with German payroll operations, German tax and social security rules, and fluent German plus good English skills. Candidates should ideally be based in the Frankfurt area or be open to relocation.
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Role overview
Cognizant is looking for a Payroll Specialist to support and develop payroll operations for Germany as part of its European Finance & Payroll function. This position plays an important role in ensuring payroll is delivered accurately, in compliance with local rules, and within an efficient operating setup in a highly regulated environment.
You will work closely with HR, Finance, and external payroll providers while contributing to a global organisation with an international working culture. The role is suited to someone who values responsibility, stability, and the opportunity to work in a cross-border setting.
Key responsibilities
- Handle the monthly payroll cycle for Germany.
- Coordinate with external payroll vendors such as ADP and SAP.
- Review and reconcile payroll inputs and outputs, including gross-to-net calculations, tax items, and social insurance data.
- Ensure payroll processing follows German legal and regulatory requirements.
- Act as a contact point for employees regarding payroll matters such as payslips and taxation.
- Partner with HR, Finance, and other internal stakeholders on payroll-related activities.
- Support audits, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to ongoing enhancement of payroll processes in an international environment.
Candidate profile
- Several years of payroll experience, preferably with exposure to German payroll.
- Strong knowledge of German tax law and social security regulations.
- Hands-on experience with payroll platforms such as SAP, ADP, or PeopleSoft.
- Confident Excel user.
- Fluent German skills at C1 level or above, plus good English communication ability.
- Organised, reliable, and detail-focused working style.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong service orientation.
Work model and benefits
- Hybrid setup with 2 to 3 days per week on-site in Frankfurt and the remaining days remote.
- International workplace environment.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Company benefits and additional allowances.
- Long-term career prospects within a global organisation.
Why Cognizant
- Join a global company with more than 300,000 employees worldwide.
- Be part of a structured and stable organisation with long-term prospects.
- Gain experience in an EMEA payroll environment.
- Work in a modern setting focused on digitalisation and process improvement.
- Collaborate with international teams and subject matter experts.
Location
The role is based in Frankfurt am Main with a hybrid working arrangement. Candidates should ideally already live in the Frankfurt area or be willing to relocate.