Payroll Analyst

Role overview

Westinghouse Electric Company is hiring a Payroll Analyst for its Mannheim location in Germany. This role sits within the Global Payroll function and focuses on the accurate processing of payroll, audits, reconciliations, and day-to-day coordination with the payroll provider.

The company describes itself as an innovator in the nuclear energy sector, with a focus on rethinking what is possible through engineering and operational excellence.

What you will do

• Review and verify payroll outputs, including G2N/WTR reports, payslips, and time data reports.
• Support payroll compliance activities, including legally required third-party payments and reporting.
• Keep employee payroll records up to date, including both voluntary and mandatory deductions.
• Prepare recurring payroll reports as well as ad hoc reports when needed.
• Help strengthen and stabilize the working relationship with the payroll vendor.
• Maintain written documentation for compliance steps and payroll processes.
• Handle reporting for pension and benefits contributions, including employer matching.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance systems to ensure payroll and pension data stays accurate and is reported correctly to pension administrators.
• Assist with resolving issues related to salary, insurance, and pension accounts.

What we are looking for

• A bachelor’s degree in economics or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in a German payroll environment.
• Prior exposure to SAP and SuccessFactors is an advantage.
• Strong command of payroll terminology and processes.
• Good knowledge of German payroll and pension legislation.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Fluency in both German and English, spoken and written.

Benefits and work culture

• Access to strong benefits designed for convenience and safety.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members.
• Peer recognition initiatives.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to join community service and team-building activities.

Additional information

Westinghouse welcomes applicants from veterans and individuals with disabilities as an equal opportunity employer.

Some roles may require access to information covered by U.S. export control regulations, and hiring must comply with those regulations as well as comparable rules in the country of employment.

Job segment references include compliance, nuclear, SAP, ERP, legal, energy, and technology.