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HR Payroll Specialist / Lohn- und Gehaltsbuchhalter (m/w/d)

Köln, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENFull-time2026-10-26 → 2026-10-28

Core

Monthly payroll processing for a defined group of employees, handling onboarding/offboarding, contract changes, and absence calculations while ensuring compliance with tax and social security laws.

Role type

Payroll Specialist

Builds

Accurate monthly payroll runs and related compliance reports

Domain

Human Resources / Payroll

Required skills

Payroll processing, Tax law knowledge, Social security law knowledge, Labor law knowledge, MS Office, Payroll systems (DATEV, SAP HCM, LOGA)

Preferred skills

Experience with payroll optimization, Digitalization of processes

Responsibilities

Execute monthly payroll calculations, Process employee onboarding and offboarding, Ensure compliance with tax and social security regulations, Act as a contact for employees and management regarding payroll, Prepare reports and certificates, Coordinate with finance and HR departments, Assist in year-end closing and audits.