Payroll Specialist

Berlin; Munich. Posted 5 months ago

The role

You will prepare and deliver accurate, compliant payroll data across international entities with a focus on the DACH region. You will work with HR, Finance, and external service providers to maintain payroll infrastructure and compliance.

What you will do

Prepare and consolidate payroll data across multiple entities and regions
Ensure inputs delivered to external service provider are accurate, complete and submitted on time
Support the resolution of payroll queries
Work with external payroll and service providers to maintain data integrity
Monitor and maintain compliance with local statutory obligations including wage tax, social security and labour law
Contribute to month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
Collaborate with Finance and Accounting on reconciliations and audit readiness
Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort and strengthen payroll processes

Required qualifications

Worked in a payroll operations role handling multi-entity or multi-jurisdiction payroll
Solid working knowledge of payroll compliance and statutory requirements in Germany, including wage tax, social security and relevant labour law
Communicate fluently in both German and English written and spoken
Worked with HRIS or payroll platforms

Nice to have

Hands-on experience with DATEV Personal Online, HiBob, ISGUS or Zeus
A background in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or a related discipline
Evidence of continued professional development in payroll and compensation

Benefits

Competitive salary and VSOP options
Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
Gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
Regularly company events and monthly social allowances
22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers
6 weeks for secondary caregivers
5 days of paid family emergency leave
100% remote work option during pregnancy
Phased return to work

About the company

Helsing is a defence AI company. Their mission is to protect democracies through technological leadership in AI.