Hybrid Payroll Accountant, German-speaking

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About the role

  • Payroll Accountant managing the full payroll process for over 900 employees in Germany. Collaborating with global Finance and People teams to ensure accurate payroll submissions.

Responsibilities

  • Working closely with Via’s external payroll partner, drive the monthly payroll process for Via in Germany.
  • Understand German tax requirements, changes in wage and tax laws, and other regulatory changes and requirements that may impact payroll.
  • Perform periodic audits of our payroll data to ensure accuracy of employee pay information.
  • Ensure benefit deductions and tax withholdings are calculated and reported timely and accurately.
  • Lead all aspects of the monthly financial reporting process as it relates to payroll, such as preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts.
  • Serve as the main point-of-contact for employees on questions relating to pay.
  • Perform ad-hoc projects and other assignments as needed to support the broader team.
  • Exercise the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all payroll information and employee privacy initiatives.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant payroll experience in Germany.
  • Tech-savvy, with a strong understanding of the landscape of HRIS systems like P&I Loga and proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to perform payroll tasks completely, accurately, and timely, with minimum supervision.
  • Passionate about improving processes and developing innovative solutions.
  • You don’t shy away from the details, and you’re committed to completing each task with the highest degree of accuracy.
  • Have demonstrated experience in partnering with internal teams and juggling multiple priorities.
  • Great written and oral communication skills with the ability to interact and communicate across different levels of our organization.
  • Fluent in German and English, additional languages are a plus.
  • Willingness to travel to Berlin once a month to work together with the team on-site.

Benefits

  • Urban Sports Club membership.
  • 30 vacation days a year.

Job title

Payroll Accountant, German-speaking

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

€60,000 - €70,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

HybridGermany

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