Lohnbuchhalter:in (m/w/d) - Startup

Role: Payroll Accountant (m/f/d) — Startup

You will independently manage assigned client mandates in payroll and payroll accounting and ensure monthly payroll runs are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Independently and reliably handle fixed client mandates for wage and salary processing
• Produce monthly payroll runs on schedule
• Maintain employee master data and process onboarding/offboarding
• Perform review and quality assurance of payroll results
• Act as the first point of contact for clients and employees for questions related to wage tax and social security
• Communicate with health insurance funds, social security institutions, and authorities
• Keep the team supported so payroll runs run smoothly and punctually
• With growing experience (depending on profile):
  • Resolve more complex wage tax and social security issues independently
  • Support wage tax and social security audits
  • Collaborate closely with tax advisors on client matters

Requirements

• Completed training as a Tax Specialist (Taxfachangestellte:r) or comparable commercial qualification (further training as payroll/payroll wage specialist and HR-related training is welcome)
• Multi-year experience in payroll and salary processing
• Solid expertise in wage tax and social security law
• Experience with common payroll software (e.g., DATEV Lohn und Gehalt)
• High reliability and strong responsibility for on-time processing
• Structured, careful, and discreet working style—especially with high client volume
• Openness to digital solutions

Nice to have / Growth

• Opportunity for professional development depending on experience level
• Long-term perspective in a modern firm with clear responsibilities and structured processes

Benefits

• Digital/AI-supported tools to reduce routine work
• Close collaboration with experienced tax advisors
• Flexible working options and an attractive compensation package