Senior Payroll Accounting Specialist (Finance)

TL;DR

Senior Payroll Accounting Specialist (Finance): Managing end-to-end monthly payroll processes across multiple legal entities and EoR arrangements with an accent on compliance, accuracy, and cross-functional coordination between Finance and People teams. Focus on reconciling payroll data, overseeing statutory deductions, and optimizing payroll-to-GL processes.

Location: Must be based in Germany (Remote, Hybrid, or Munich office)

Company

hirify.global helps leading retailers optimize post-purchase communication and drive customer retention through a seamless ecosystem.

What you will do

• Coordinate monthly payroll for entities in DE, UK, US, and FR, partnering with external providers.
• Prepare, validate, and review payroll inputs and outputs to ensure high accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile payroll data with HiBob (HRIS) and oversee statutory deductions and filings.
• Act as the key liaison between Finance and People teams to resolve employee pay queries.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and manage payroll journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with multi-jurisdictional payroll regulations and drive continuous process improvements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of multi-country payroll experience, specifically Germany and at least one other jurisdiction (UK or US).
• Strong understanding of statutory payroll requirements (taxes, pensions, filings).
• Hands-on experience with HiBob (or similar HRIS) and EoR platforms like Papaya Global or Justworks.
• Solid background in payroll accounting and payroll-to-GL processes.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English language skills.
• Must be based in Germany.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with DATEV or equivalent payroll tools.
• French language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Digital-first flexibility: choose between fully remote, office-based, or hybrid work.
• Comprehensive 30-60-90 day onboarding plan.
• Continuous development via Leadership Development Program and dedicated training budgets.
• Mental wellbeing support through the TELUS.health platform.
• Regular company retreats, team off-sites, and regional meet-ups.