German Payroll Executive

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Job Title: German Payroll Executive Location: Gurgaon (India) Department: Global Payroll Operations Experience: 3-7 Years Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented German Payroll Executive to manage end-to-end payroll operations for employees based in Germany. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in German payroll processing, statutory compliance, payroll reconciliations, and stakeholder management. The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to work with global HR and finance teams. Key Responsibilities • Process monthly payroll for Germany-based employees accurately and within defined timelines. • Validate payroll inputs including new joiners, exits, salary revisions, bonuses, overtime, and deductions. • Ensure compliance with German payroll regulations, tax requirements, social security contributions, and labor laws. • Coordinate with payroll vendors, HR teams, and finance stakeholders to resolve payroll-related issues. • Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure accurate accounting of payroll expenses. • Manage employee payroll queries and provide timely resolutions. • Prepare payroll reports, statutory reports, and management MIS. • Support year-end payroll activities, audits, and compliance reviews. • Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity within payroll systems. • Continuously identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and controls. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field. • 3-7 years of experience in German payroll processing. • Understanding of German taxation, social security, pension, and statutory payroll requirements. • Experience working with payroll platforms such as SAP HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, ADP, or DATEV. • Strong proficiency in MS Excel and payroll reporting. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Preferred Qualifications • German language proficiency (A2B2 level) is preferred. • Experience working in a Shared Services Center (SSC), Global Capability Center (GCC), or Payroll Outsourcing environment. • Exposure to EMEA payroll operations.