Payroll Specialist

Role Overview

The Payroll Specialist is tasked with the precise and punctual handling of payroll processes for designated employee groups, ensuring full compliance with relevant statutory, tax, and social security regulations. This role serves as the primary point of contact for employees, HR personnel, and external partners regarding all payroll-related issues, operating within a one-year temporary contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute monthly payroll processing accurately and promptly, adhering strictly to local labor laws, tax regulations, and social security requirements.
• Maintain and regularly update payroll data, including details on salaries, bonuses, allowances, deductions, and employee benefits.
• Address payroll queries from staff and provide expert guidance on payroll, taxation, and social security matters.
• Ensure precise accounting for absences, overtime, illness, parental leave, and other legally entitled absences.
• Generate payroll reports, conduct audits, and perform reconciliations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance departments, and external payroll providers or government authorities.
• Assist with year-end payroll procedures including audits and mandatory reporting.
• Guarantee data accuracy, confidentiality, and strict adherence to data protection laws.
• Participate actively in ongoing enhancement of payroll systems and documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of vocational training or degree in Payroll, Human Resources, Accounting, or related fields.
• Considerable professional experience in payroll administration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll-related labor law, tax, and social security legislation.
• Familiarity with ADP payroll systems and experience implementing new payroll software is advantageous.
• Exceptional attention to detail, reliability, and ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Strong analytical, organizational skills and meticulous work approach.
• Proficient use of payroll software and Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.
• Effective communication skills in both English and German languages.
• Team-player with a service-oriented mindset and capability to work independently.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is from EUR 65,000 to EUR 75,000. This estimate is based on current market standards and may vary depending on the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. There is no additional incentive provided.

Company Overview

AMETEK, Inc. is a prominent global industrial technology firm with annual revenues exceeding $7.5 billion. The company prioritizes safety, sustainability, and productivity, deploying innovative technology solutions to address complex challenges for diverse niche markets. With 22,000 employees across 35 countries, AMETEK operates under core values including Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. It is a component of the S&P 500 index.