Payroll accountant

Piening is seeking a payroll accountant to start as soon as possible at an internationally active, medium-sized family business in the metal industry. This full-time position involves 35 hours per week. The client is located within 15 km of Schloss Holte-Stukenbrock, and direct employment by the client may be possible later.

• Independently process monthly payroll in line with tax and social insurance rules
• Record and update employee data needed for payroll and ensure reliable data quality
• Handle legally required reporting, issue necessary certificates and coordinate with authorities and insurance providers
• Advise employees on payslips, deductions and other pay-related matters
• Support year-end closing and audits, and actively help digitise and improve HR administration

• Completed vocational training in business, for example as a tax assistant or a similar qualification, ideally supplemented by further training in human resources or payroll
• Practical payroll experience and good knowledge of tax and social insurance law
• Experience with common payroll software, such as DATEV or SAP HR
• Confidence using MS Office, especially Excel
• A structured, independent approach to work, discretion and a good understanding of employees' concerns