Remote EMEA Payroll Specialist (DACH)

Danaher Corporation; Puch bei Hallein; Remote; EUR 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Danaher is seeking a Payroll Specialist (f/m/d) to own end-to-end payroll execution for assigned countries or regions, with emphasis on Austrian and DACH payrolls. This is a remote position, with candidates based in Austria, Poland, or Hungary, and reports to the Payroll Manager.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or human resources, at least 5 years of payroll experience, and strong knowledge of Austrian payroll regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or Human Resources.
• At least 5 years of experience processing complex payroll.
• Strong end-to-end payroll expertise, including complex calculations and statutory requirements.
• Strong hands-on Austrian payroll expertise and knowledge of Austrian payroll requirements and regulations.
• German language proficiency at a minimum B2 level, as German is required for the day-to-day responsibilities of the role.
• Professional proficiency in English
• Ability to independently manage priorities and make sound decisions
• Confidence in handling escalations and sensitive payroll matters

Responsibilities

• Process Austrian and other DACH payrolls with precision and timeliness. Ensure compliance with country, regional, and local payroll regulations. Manage off-cycle payments, adjustments, and final pay calculations. Prepare and submit required filings and reports
• Validate and correct payroll data prior to processing. Escalate and resolve payroll discrepancies and serve as escalation point for Senior Payroll Analysts and Payroll Analysts. Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities. Interpret payroll policies across jurisdictions.
• Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including tax withholdings, benefits, and direct deposits. Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate on payroll system upgrades, integrations, and configuration to ensure regional consistency. Support the rollout of standardized payroll workflows across the EMEA region.
• Support documentation and implementation of standardized payroll procedures. Provide input on harmonization milestones and system enhancements.

Skills

German language proficiency (B2)

English language proficiency

Prioritization

Communication skills

Escalation handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration or Human Resources

Tools

ADP

Workday

SAP

Job description

Danaher is seeking a Payroll Specialist (f/m/d) to own end-to-end payroll execution for assigned countries or regions, with emphasis on Austrian and DACH payrolls. This is a remote position, with candidates based in Austria, Poland, or Hungary, and reports to the Payroll Manager.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or human resources, at least 5 years of payroll experience, and strong knowledge of Austrian payroll regulations.