Payroll Specialist

German-Speaking Payroll Specialist | Remote with Travel Are you a German-speaking Payroll Specialist looking for an exciting new opportunity? Our client is seeking a talented individual to join their CBS team, based out of the Darlington Centenary House location. This is a primarily remote role, offering flexibility while still providing the chance for collaborative in-person interaction. About the Role: You'll be responsible for processing payroll for all German sites, ensuring full compliance with legislation and SOx controls. This role involves maintaining strong relationships with internal customers and external agencies, responding to all payroll-related queries including those concerning tax, social security, illness, and insurance. You'll also have the opportunity to initiate and participate in continuous improvement projects and contribute to customer meetings in Germany. While primarily remote, occasional travel to the Darlington office (approximately once per quarter) will be required. Very infrequent business travel to Germany may also occur. Key Responsibilities: Processing payroll for all sites in line with legislation and completing appropriate SOx controls. Maintaining relationships with internal customers and external agencies, responding to all internal and external queries regarding tax, social security, illness, insurance, etc., including audits. Initiating and participating in continuous improvement projects within internal departments. Maintaining and updating document workflow and work procedure manuals. Participating in (virtual) customer meetings at customer sites within Germany and answering payroll-related queries.What We're Looking For: German language skills (professional level essential) Good knowledge of German legislation Good knowledge of applicable payroll legislation SAP experience Strong Excel skillsPAYE Rate: £20.63 - £22.93 per hour Ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role? To apply, please call Danielle on (phone number removed). Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Location: Darlington, County Durham, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025