Payroll Specialist

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. 

Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.

Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better™- Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

Location: Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in Germany.

Please note that Dayforce is unable to provide current or future visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must therefore have full and ongoing right to work in the Germany without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

About the position
Dayforce is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist, in this role you will be responsible for receiving, validating and completing all processes and audits as part of the payroll process. You will be required to develop and maintain good working relationships with your client team, respond to, and resolve to client employee queries within the timescales defined, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of German Payroll legislation.

About the opportunity 

• Responsible for ensuring all aspects of the payroll cycle, including tax, benefits, etc. are processed, reconciled, audited and transmitted accurately an on time.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll impacting changes, payments and payroll processing for assigned clients.
• Responsible for quality control and auditing to ensure accuracy and low error or defect percentage.
• Work with cross-functional internal partners to resolve client payroll mattes and employee enquiries.
• Provide HR/Payroll support services to clients per contract, government compliance and business needs.
• Create, update and review standard operating procedures and perform quarterly document reviews.
• Have an “I own it” attitude about deliverables and projects from start to finish.
• Think and act ahead, spot opportunities and act accordingly proactively contributing to process improvements.

Skills and Experience we value

• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in a similar role with a strong concentration in German payroll
• Must have excellent German and English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, technically and effectively with customers and internal partners.
• Experience in dealing with high volume payroll (circa >3,000) customer employees
• Ability to interface with clients and to use critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems.
• Strong working knowledge of quality control and auditing standards
• Up to date knowledge of German tax & SI regulations
• good knowledge of German payroll applications like LoGa, SAP, Paisy etc.
• Self-starter with a Customer Service oriented personality
• Ability to effectively work globally, engaging with partners and leaders in Europe and North America on a regular basis.

What would make you really standout

• Experience to work/to deal with different bargaining agreements/tariff regulations
• Knowledge of working/using SV.net
• Experience in Dayforce or similar cloud payroll technology 

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself. 

Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

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