Senior Payroll Specialist

Strada; Polska; Remote; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Language allowance

Private medical care

Career development

Benefits package

Job summary

Strada is seeking a Payroll Administrator to support German payroll operations from a remote location. You will work with the payroll team to ensure accurate processing, resolve escalations, and identify opportunities for process improvements within a global client base.

Ideal candidates have 3-4 years of payroll experience, fluent English, and a willingness to learn. This role offers remote work, language allowances, private medical care, and a path for development within a multinational

Qualifications

• 3-4 years relevant experience administering Payroll in an HR consulting, HR Outsourcing or Corporate environment.
• Fluent English skills; German skills would be an asset.
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment, as well as independently while adhering to processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supporting German payroll and the payroll team from end to end according to the defined standards and client requirements including all associated payroll tasks and transaction
• Undertaking, supporting and managing a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) when an issue occurs resulting in a client escalation ensuring that mitigating actions are implemented
• Pro-actively identifying upsell opportunities and supporting the Change Request process when deviations from the contractually defined standard scope of service are identified.
• Understand standard and client specific payroll reports including statutory year end reporting needs as required by the customer contract and scope of service
• Maintaining current knowledge of legislation requirements; system updates, changes and overall payroll procedures while managing the payroll legislation road map
• Answering payroll related questions and requests from the team and from clients; supporting the Operations Manager with client engagement activities
• Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to resolve and support technical and functional issues escalated from other team members and clients
• Supporting and maintaining the client solution workbook and provision functional support as needed
• Supporting and guiding project implementations and go-lives
• Participating in projects and activities as needed and assigned

Skills

Fluent English

German language

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Join us on a journey of endless possibilities. At Strada, possibility isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact. With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you’ll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter. Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best. Learn more at www.stradaglobal.com

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting German payroll and the payroll team from end to end according to the defined standards and client requirements including all associated payroll tasks and transaction
• Undertaking, supporting and managing a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) when an issue occurs resulting in a client escalation ensuring that mitigating actions are implemented
• Pro-actively identifying upsell opportunities and supporting the Change Request process when deviations from the contractually defined standard scope of service are identified. This may include, but is not limited to, estimating and implementing changes
• Understand standard and client specific payroll reports including statutory year end reporting needs as required by the customer contract and scope of service
• Maintaining current knowledge of legislation requirements; system updates, changes and overall payroll procedures while managing the payroll legislation road map
• Answering payroll related questions and requests from the team and from clients; supporting the Operations Manager with client engagement activities
• Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to resolve and support technical and functional issues escalated from other team members and clients
• Supporting and maintaining the client solution workbook and provision functional support as needed
• Supporting and guiding project implementations and go-lives
• Participating in projects and activities as needed and assigned

Requirements

• 3-4 years relevant experience administering Payroll in an HR consulting, HR Outsourcing or Corporate environment
• Fluent English skills, German skills would be an asset
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment, as well as independently while adhering to processes and procedures
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks
• Strong knowledge of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Flexibility to support a global and fast paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Self-motivated and a willingness to learn

What We Offer

• Remote work
• Language Allowance
• Private medical care
• Possibility for development within a multinational organization
• Attractive benefits package

At Strada, Our Values Guide Everything We Do

• Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.
• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.
• Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.
• Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.
• Care About Our Work and Our People – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.

Benefits

• Remote work
• Health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more

All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process.

Diversity Policy Statement

Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada.

Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.