Payroll Specialist / Entgeltabrechnung (m/w/d)

About Transdev GmbH

Transdev GmbH, headquartered in Berlin, employs approximately 9,000 people and generates revenues of around 1.55 billion euros, making it the largest private mobility provider in Germany. Our subsidiaries in rail and bus sectors serve about 200 million passengers annually with modern vehicles, ensuring safe and comfortable travel. Additionally, Transdev ranks as the second largest ticket sales service provider in Germany, offering customized mobility solutions tailored to customer needs. Transdev Germany is part of the global Transdev Group, a leading international mobility service provider based in Paris, with over 107,000 employees across 19 countries. Major shareholders include the RETHMANN Group (66%) and Caisse des Dépôts (34%).

Position Overview

To strengthen our teams in Bautzen, Zwickau, or Löbau, we are seeking a Payroll Specialist (m/w/d) for full-time or part-time employment starting as soon as possible. Our HR department serves as a competent partner for employees and managers, handling everything from hiring to exit processes. Payroll management plays a critical role, providing precision and reliability that form the basis of a trusting work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently and timely handle monthly payroll processing.
• Process travel expense reimbursements and verify supporting documents.
• Maintain and update personnel master data and absence records relevant to payroll.
• Manage company pension schemes.
• Serve as contact for managers and external agencies (social security institutions, tax offices) on payroll-related inquiries.
• Collaborate closely with HR colleagues to ensure smooth employee support.
• Prepare certificates, reports, and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in account reconciliations, year-end closings, and internal projects focused on enhancing HR procedures.

Candidate Profile

• Completed commercial training complemented by further qualifications in payroll accounting or an equivalent background.
• Professional experience in personnel payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax, social security, labor, and collective bargaining laws.
• Good to excellent expertise in travel expense legislation.
• Proficiency with payroll software, preferably LOGA, and MS Office applications.
• Self-reliant, organized, and meticulous working style.
• Enjoyment of teamwork coupled with high discretion and responsibility.
• Demonstrated independence, service orientation, and keen attention to detail.

Our Offer

• Job security with a permanent contract from day one.
• Career opportunities through a key operational role contributing to the financial future of the company.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote work and home office options upon agreement.
• Appreciative corporate culture featuring open communication and regular employee discussions.

Additional Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Corporate benefits program.
• Secure employment.
• Development and training programs.
• Flexible working hours.
• Possibility for remote work.