Senior HR Admin and Payroll Specialist Germany

Senior HR Admin and Payroll Specialist Germany1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsAgilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. Job DescriptionAgilent provides life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek – so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at the role:Join our HR Services team, which supports over 4,400 employees and managers across 16 European countries. In this role, you’ll work closely with our experienced team and trusted payroll partners to ensure smooth HR and payroll operations. If you’re motivated and ready to make an impact in an international environment, we want to hear from youResponsibilitiesWork with external payroll vendors and partners to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery and reporting for Germany.Process monthly payrolls according to the payroll cycle and company standards.Prepare and provide payroll inputs to external providers, ensure payroll outputs control and validate accuracy.Coordinate taxes, social charges, pensions, and insurance payments.Resolve complex payroll issues in collaboration with HR, Finance, IT, and vendors.Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), data privacy regulations (New Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP, GDPR), and company policies.Maintain and document payroll procedures and support process improvements.Represent HR Services Germany in projects and provide training to new team members.Develop and/or deliver training related to HR and payroll.Build strong working relationships with external payroll vendors and internal departments while effectively managing vendor partnerships and ensuring accountability to service level agreements.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in human resources and/or Finance preferred, with typically 6+ years of experience in a Payroll Specialist role.Fluent written and spoken German and English; other language skills are a plus.Expertise in payroll and HR processes, systems, and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.Excellent time management and ability to troubleshoot customer inquiries under tight deadlines.Ability to support HR managers across multiple countries.Strong commitment to confidentiality and data privacy standards.On a personal level, you possess great problem solving / analytical skills, and you are eager to learn about new software technology, instruments, applications, and consumables. You stay up to date on legal requirements for HR and payroll processing in Germany. You have communication/interpersonal skills to interact at various levels, and you strive to provide excellent customer support. You enjoy both working within a team and autonomously.We offerAgilent offers core global benefits to all staff – but in addition to these, the business offers Stock Purchase Plan, Life Insurance, Pension, Healthcare, Employee Assistance Program, Holiday, and Company activities (these may vary from country to country).An opportunity for you to grow within a world‑class company to develop your skills.An independent job among good colleagues, in a growth‑oriented conglomerate. You will become part of a caring and fast‑paced environment, built on integrity, information, and trust.Be part of a company where we value quality in the solutions we deliver to our customers, with our employees and in relation to the processes we work with.A dedication to work/life balance.Additional DetailsThis job has a full‑time weekly schedule.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.Travel Required: NoShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: HRSeniority level: Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Human Resources#J-18808-Ljbffr