Payroll Specialist – Part-Time

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Europe.

📋 Description

• Oversee and coordinate the entire monthly payroll process for all legal entities (DE, UK, US, FR) and Employer of Record setups.

• Collaborate with external payroll service providers.

• Prepare, confirm, and assess payroll inputs and outputs.

• Address and resolve any payroll discrepancies.

• Reconcile payroll data while ensuring compliance with statutory deductions and filings.

• Act as a liaison between the Finance and People teams regarding payroll issues.

• Review and approve monthly payroll journal entries.

• Guarantee precise cost center allocations and appropriate treatment of employer-related payroll expenses.

• Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations for payroll-related accounts during the month-end close process.

• Keep meticulous records, audit trails, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness.

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with clarity, empathy, and timeliness.

• Ensure adherence to payroll regulations across various jurisdictions.

• Promote continuous process improvements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist.

• Availability for part-time work of 3 days per week or flexible hourly equivalent.

• Extensive experience managing payroll in Germany and at least one additional jurisdiction, either the UK or US.

• Capability to independently manage multiple jurisdictions simultaneously.

• Strong knowledge of statutory payroll regulations, including taxes, pensions, and filings.

• Experience working in partnership with external payroll service providers.

• Proficient in both written and spoken German and English.

• French language proficiency is advantageous.

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Ability to work autonomously across various payroll cycles and proactively identify issues.

• Confidence in collaborating cross-functionally and ensuring accountability from external providers.

• Familiarity with HRIS or EoR platforms is advantageous, such as Papaya Global, Justworks, or HiBob.

• Experience with DATEV or similar payroll tools is beneficial, though not mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package tailored for part-time hours.

• Remote-first flexibility and autonomy in work arrangements.

• Provision of the latest MacBook or PC.

• Option to work fully remotely, in an office, or a combination of both.

• Flexible scheduling focused on productivity rather than physical presence.

• Regular quarterly in-person offsite events.

• Comprehensive onboarding plan spanning 30-60-90 days.

• Opportunities for continuous professional development.

• Leadership Development Program available.

• Access to online language courses.

• Allocated budgets for further training.

• Complimentary meditation, mindfulness, and coaching sessions through TELUS.health.