Junior Payroll Administrator

TL;DR

Junior Payroll Administrator: Supporting end-to-end payroll operations and data integrity within the People & Culture team with an accent on accuracy, compliance, and administrative support. Focus on maintaining employee records, resolving routine payroll inquiries, and learning payroll processing workflows under senior supervision.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Berlin, Germany (Hybrid: 2 days/week in office)

Company

A global leader in local delivery platforms, operating in over 65 countries and headquartered in Berlin.

What you will do

• Perform routine data entry for the end-to-end payroll cycle, including banking and tax details.
• Maintain data integrity between HRIS and payroll processing engines.
• Follow internal payroll guidelines, SOPs, and company policies regarding leave and overtime.
• Handle sensitive employee compensation data with high discretion.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding pay statements and tax forms.
• Verify pay calculation accuracy and escalate complex discrepancies to senior team members.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to commute to Berlin, Germany.
• Foundational degree, payroll certification, or relevant administrative experience.
• Basic conceptual understanding of payroll theories and compliance principles.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and aptitude for learning new HRIS/payroll software.
• High level of precision and attention to detail in data entry.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with 2 days per week in the Berlin campus.
• 27 days of annual holiday.
• 1,000 € annual educational budget and access to Udemy Business.
• Comprehensive health support including checkups, mindfulness, and gym/bicycle subsidies.
• Digital meal vouchers, food vouchers, and corporate discounts.