German Payroll Specialist

The company

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is the hub of innovation, a technology powerhouse, a global talent center and, a driver of operational excellence within EY, propelling EY’s purpose of building a better working world.  With a robust network spread across 9 countries and 20 cities, GDS’s dynamic network of highly talented professionals leverage data, AI, and cutting-edge technology to enhance EY's wide array of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions.

Join us at EY GDS Hungary to shape your future with confidence.

The opportunity

The German Payroll Specialist role provides subject matter expertise and support in payroll delivery to local Payroll operation teams. Opportunity to partner with the Global Payroll engagement teams to drive GDS Payroll delivery initiatives.

Your key responsibilities

• Responsible for partnering with the Global Payroll engagement teams to drive GDS Payroll delivery,
• Deliver payroll processing service for German payrolls, ensuring the operational aspects of payroll processing and associated activities (including Build to Gross and Gross to Net, Pay processing, Post payroll validation, T&A management and reporting) are accurate and delivered within appropriate timeframes and comply with relevant legislation,
• Manage the Payroll volumes for multiple payroll clients with agreed turnaround time,
• Strong technical knowledge in Payroll regulations and be trusted advisor to country teams,
• Establish, maintain and develop strong and trusted client relationships that result in high client satisfaction and act as a primary day to day contact for assigned clients,
• Review and monitor for new code setup and monitor legislation changes are included in the processing,
• Manage payroll system set-up including data migration and transition (on-boarding),
• Work with multi-disciplinary functions (process & technology),
• Actively work with GDS Payroll Leader and internal team members in identifying and implementing the process standardization, simplification and automation opportunities,
• Manage the authorized payroll applications,
• Effective work planning and capacity utilization to manage an efficient service delivery.

Qualifications and experience

• 1+ years of experience in processing German Payroll and should be conversational in German language,
• Familiar with reporting monthly metrics to clients,
• Previous experience in handling high volume of full function payroll ,
• Payroll/HR/Finance/Systems background with an understanding of the core competencies of the payroll process,
• Proven ability to work effectively either as an individual or member of a team and relate effectively with staff on all levels,
• Should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Science/IT.

Additional skills and attributes for success

• Good understanding in German legislations, tax, social security, union agreements, etc,
• Good at project management and stakeholder management skills,
• Service excellence, customer orientation,
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office suite of products,
• Good understanding of a few payroll tools/technologies, ability to quickly adapt to new tools.

Ideally, you will have

• A payroll related diploma/certificate may be advantageous, but not necessary,
• Prior experience in tax accounting and finance would be beneficial, but not necessary,
• Experience with DATEV LODAS is a plus.

What we offer

By seamlessly integrating with EY member firm teams across the globe, GDS contributes significantly to EY's purposeful and sustainable growth, delivering insights and solutions that foster trust in capital markets and create value for EY clients, society, and the planet.

We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling to deliver excellent results while allowing everyone to build your career without sacrificing personal priorities, providing:

• A competitive salary and benefits package, including private health insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth, by access to training and development programs, coaching and mentoring as well as on-the job opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with multicultural teams.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work with 2 days in the office per week.
• Employee wellness programs and initiatives and the opportunity to obtain the All You Can Move sport pass.
• Possibility to volunteer for meaningful initiatives to positively impact lives in the community.

GDS is All in to shape the future with confidence, addressing today's challenges, and anticipating tomorrow's needs. EY GDS is not just reimagining the future of work—it's actively building it, ensuring agility, efficiency, and resilience in an ever-evolving world.