Payroll Specialist | Payroll Specialist (m/w/d)

Aide GmbH Regensburg

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 1, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Payroll Specialist based in Cologne, you will play a central role in managing payroll operations for the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Your daily responsibilities will include the preparation and post-processing of payroll in close collaboration with an external service provider. Beyond routine processing, you will act as a key driver for the digitalization and continuous improvement of HR department workflows, including the implementation and documentation of HR processes. You will serve as a trusted point of contact for both employees and management, providing expert advice on labor law, wage tax, and social security matters. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys process optimization and thrives in a collaborative, international environment. The role offers the stability of a permanent contract with a reputable employer and the opportunity to work with modern HR software systems.

Required Skills

Education

Completed commercial vocational training (Kaufmännische Berufsausbildung)

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in payroll accounting is mandatory
  • Experience in preparing and post-processing payroll for the DACH region
  • Proven experience in collaborating with external payroll service providers
  • Professional experience in implementing and documenting HR processes
  • Experience using SAP R/3 is required

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is a full-time (40 hours per week) permanent role located in Cologne. Knowledge of Workday and SD Worx is considered advantageous.