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Senior Payroll Specialist

4 weeks ago
Germany
Full-time
Senior
Payroll Specialist
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Helsing

Helsing

Helsing is a security and AI company committed to safeguarding democracies through cutting-edge technology, emphasizing ethical standards and global leadership in real-time information processing.

Aerospace & Defense
51-250
Founded 2021
$343M raised
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Description

  • Prepare and consolidate payroll data across multiple entities and regions for submission to an external tax adviser.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll queries and resolve issues clearly and precisely.
  • Partner with external payroll vendors, Steuerberater, and BPO providers to protect data integrity and enforce service-level agreements.
  • Maintain compliance with local statutory obligations, including wage tax, social security, and labour law, especially across Germany and the wider DACH region.
  • Lead Helsing’s contribution to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and audit readiness.
  • Identify and implement process improvements that reduce manual work and improve payroll accuracy through automation and HRIS integration.
  • Mentor and guide junior payroll specialists and help foster a culture of rigour, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Built and managed preparatory payroll operations across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
  • Experience working in high-growth or scaling organisations.
  • Experience working alongside external payroll processors or tax advisers.
  • Deep working knowledge of payroll compliance, tax obligations, and statutory requirements.
  • Particular expertise in German and DACH-region payroll regulation.
  • Track record of managing relationships with external payroll providers and holding vendors accountable to agreed standards.
  • Fluent written and spoken German and English.
  • Comfort engaging with local authorities, international stakeholders, and colleagues at all levels.
  • Ability to take a systems mindset, identify inefficiencies, and drive fixes proactively.
  • Precision and reliability that build trust in payroll operations.
  • Hands-on experience with DATEV Personal Online and/or HRIS platforms such as HiBob (preferred).
  • Background in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related discipline, through formal study or equivalent practical experience (preferred).
  • Payroll or tax certifications demonstrating continued professional development (preferred).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and VSOP options.
  • Relocation support of up to €2,500 plus 4 weeks of temporary accommodation.
  • €500/£450 yearly learning allowance.
  • Gym membership and mental health support through Nilo.health.
  • Regular company events and monthly social allowances.
  • Enhanced parental leave, including 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers and 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
  • 5 days of paid family emergency leave.
  • 100% remote work option during pregnancy and a phased return to work.

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