Senior Payroll Specialist (12 Monate FTC)

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Just Eat Takeaway.com, a leading global online delivery platform, is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave. The role sits within a diverse People Team that operates across Europe, Canada, Australia and the UK, and focuses on payroll operations for the DACH region, with Germany as the primary jurisdiction. The specialist will prepare and process payroll in close partnership with external providers, ensuring all employees are paid on schedule and that tax, social security and other statutory deductions are reconciled and filed correctly. Daily tasks include handling salary, benefits, pension and share payments, managing long‑term sickness and parental leave, processing leaver holiday balances, and reviewing provider output reports for accuracy. The role also involves maintaining the People Portal ticketing system, responding to payroll queries, checking payroll integrations for starters and leavers, and providing data to finance and other teams. Continuous improvement of payroll processes, staying up‑to‑date with legislation and participating in team meetings and training are also expected. The ideal candidate has several years of experience processing German payroll in a fast‑paced environment and can demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, organization and time‑management abilities. Advanced PC literacy is required, particularly with Excel functions such as pivots and VLOOKUPs. A high level of attention to detail, analytical and numeracy skills, and the ability to balance and reconcile payrolls are essential. The role also values a flexible approach to work and deadlines, as well as the capacity to lead by example and work collaboratively across all staff levels. Experience with Swiss and Austrian payrolls is considered a bonus. The position is based in Berlin‑Kreuzberg with a hybrid schedule: three days in the office and two days remote. The contract offers a competitive salary, a permanent‑style arrangement for the contract duration, and a range of perks including an Urban Sports Club membership, monthly travel allowance, Lieferando Pay credit, a company pension with a 20 % employer contribution, and access to diverse employee resource groups. The team culture emphasizes inclusion, diversity and belonging, with regular social events and opportunities for professional development through the company's Talent Development library. What the role asks for: - Several years German payroll experience - Advanced Excel (pivots, VLOOKUPs) - High PC literacy - Strong attention to detail - Excellent interpersonal skills - Ability to reconcile payrolls - Knowledge of German payroll legislation - Bonus: Swiss and Austrian payroll experience