Payroll Specialist

Jack Link's Protein Snacks

. Independently manage monthly payroll processing for a defined group of employees .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • Ansbach • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, compliance with tax and social security regulations, and proficiency in payroll systems. Strong analytical skills for preparing reports and a commitment to accuracy and service orientation are essential.

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Payroll ProcessingTax ComplianceSocial Security KnowledgeSAP HCM ExperienceMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingEmployee Master Data ManagementTax ComplianceSocial Security CompliancePayroll ReportingPayroll Systems ExperienceAnalytical SkillsHuman Resources QualificationsCommercial Administration TrainingEmployment Law Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Service OrientationAttention to DetailIndependent WorkReliabilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

SAP HCMDATEVLOGAUKGMS Excel

Industry Keywords

PayrollHuman ResourcesIndustrial EnvironmentThree-Shift OperationEU Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage monthly payroll processing for a defined group of employees
Maintain and administer employee master data and payroll-relevant information
Act as the point of contact for employees, managers, and external parties regarding all payroll-related matters
Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and social security requirements
Prepare analyses, reports, and statistics for HR and management
Support year-end payroll activities, such as wage tax certificates, social security reports, and annual declarations
Contribute to projects aimed at enhancing and digitizing payroll processes
Work closely with HR Administration, Finance, and external service providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

EU citizenship and/or a valid work permit is required
Relocation assistance is not provided
Completed commercial or business administration training, ideally with additional qualifications in human resources or payroll
Several years of professional payroll experience, preferably in an industrial environment or a three-shift operation, ideally in a senior or comparable role
Very good knowledge of tax, social security, and employment law
Experience with common payroll systems, such as SAP HCM, DATEV, LOGA, UKG, or comparable systems
Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
High level of accuracy, a strong sense of responsibility, and discretion
Independent, reliable, and structured approach to work
Strong service orientation and enjoyment of working as part of a team
Good command of English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bicycle leasing
Health and wellness programs
Company benefits
An interesting and autonomous role at a highly specialized food manufacturing facility
State-of-the-art technology and processes in an innovative working environment
The opportunity to shape your work through your own ideas
Appreciative and collaborative atmosphere with a positive working climate
Attractive salary and social benefits
Market- and performance-based compensation
Company pension plan
Occupational health physician
One day of remote work per week possible