Independently perform the monthly payroll processing
Maintain and review all payroll-relevant master and transaction data
Prepare and submit statutory reports and certificates (e.g., social security, DEÜV, A1)
Ensure compliance with all legal requirements in payroll tax, employment, and social security law
Provide subject-matter assessment of complex payroll-related issues and implement them in an audit-proof manner
Coordinate with HR and Accounting (including payroll accounts, provisions)
Collaborate with tax advisors, authorities, and social insurance institutions
Act as the internal point of contact for all payroll-related questions and support audits and reviews
Support the Accounting team and understand accounting processes under the German Commercial Code (HGB)

Several years of experience in operational payroll processing, ideally in a senior or key-user role
Commercial training or degree with a focus on payroll, accounting, or HR
Very good knowledge of payroll tax, employment, and social security law
Solid practical experience in payroll accounting and a basic understanding of HGB accounting
Experience with payroll and HR systems (ideally DATEV and Personio)
Advanced Excel skills
Fluent German, good English skills
Structured, meticulous working style with a strong focus on quality
High sense of responsibility, discretion, and strong communication skills
Advantageous: experience in high-growth or international companies
Experience in optimizing and automating payroll processes
Experience working with auditors

Competitive fixed salary
Start with 28 days of vacation, increased every two years (up to a maximum of 30 days). Additionally off on December 24 and 31.
Choice of a free Swapfiets, a BVG “environment ticket” or a company-subsidized Deutschlandticket
Hybrid work – remote or from our office in Berlin-Mitte
Up to 60 days of work from an EU country
Free coaching sessions via nilo.health, our mental-health tool
Try our products yourself: dentolo, petolo or vitolo
Training budget starting at €750 per year
Regular (360°) feedback
Legendary summer and winter parties
Regular team events
Many discounts via our corporate benefits platform
Two Community Days per calendar year
Dog-friendly office

Senior Payroll Accountant – Part-time

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