Payroll Specialist with German (m/f/d) - hybrid

Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of end-to-end payroll operations for Germany. This role serves as a key liaison between employees, HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors, ensuring payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, and an excellent employee experience. The position requires strong knowledge of payroll processes, data validation, payroll controls, and German payroll legislation. This is a hybrid role (3 days from the office + 2 days from home). Honeywell We have been innovating for more than 100 years and now we’re creating what’s next. Our programs serve a global community and our hometowns too. We provide resources and financial support to causes around the world and encourage employee volunteerism. We are committed to the highest standard in everything we do! Execute monthly payroll activities for Germany in accordance with established payroll calendars and service-level agreements, collect, review, validate, and process payroll inputs including salary changes, bonuses, allowances, overtime, leave, terminations, and one-time payments. Review payroll inputs from Payroll systems, and other approved sources, conduct payroll audits, reconciliations, and exception reporting. Manage payroll-related inquiries and cases through designated ticketing systems, provide timely and professional support regarding payslips, deductions, taxes, pension contributions, and payroll corrections. Ensure payroll processing complies with German tax, social security, pension, and employment legislation, support statutory reporting requirements and year-end activities. Work closely with payroll service providers to ensure service delivery, accuracy, and compliance, track payroll incidents, service issues, and corrective actions. Identify opportunities to improve payroll accuracy, efficiency, and employee experience, support payroll transformation, automation, and process standardization initiatives. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. 3–5 years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a multinational environment. Experience processing payroll for Germany. Understanding of German payroll legislation, taxation, social insurance, and pension administration. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Fluent English and German (written and spoken). We offer: Enjoy 25 vacation days per year Meal allowance Benefit Plus Cafeteria Card available to all employees To promote health and wellbeing we provide life insurance coverage, employer contribution to Pension saving scheme or long-term investment product (DIP), Multisport Card, Makro Card, discount at T-Mobile tariffs and multiple discount programs in our partner network Work in international environment Recognition & Referral bonus programs Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential service to help with any difficulties regarding work, life and personal or family matters Join Honeywell - A Global Leader in Innovation! At Honeywell, we are proud to be an international employer with a robust presence in over 70 countries. Our diverse workforce fosters innovation through collaboration and inclusiveness. We are seeking dynamic individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments to join our team. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals from around the world, contributing to exciting projects and pioneering solutions that impact industries globally. At Honeywell, your career can soar with access to global resources and continuous development programs. If you are ready to take your professional journey to the next level, explore our opportunities today We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity!