Senior Payroll & Time Management Specialist with German

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Senior Payroll & Time Management Specialist with German to join our team in Wrocław.

You will manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensure accuracy, and support time management with a focus on compliance and customer experience. The role requires fluent German and English (min B2), 4+ years in payroll, and experience with SAP HR Payroll and SuccessFactors.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of end-to-end payroll experience, including the German market.
• Strong German and English proficiency (min B2).
• Experience with Hire-to-Retire Shared Services is desirable.
• Knowledge of SAP HR Payroll and SuccessFactors.

Responsibilities

• Handle transactional payroll processing and compliance in line with regulations.
• Maintain payroll accounts and centralized tasks to ensure accurate, timely payouts.
• Respond to payroll and time management inquiries via phone and email using our case management system.
• Lead or contribute to projects to improve service quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and train team members in a complex domain.

Skills

German language

English language

Numerical ability

Analytical skills

Customer service orientation

Team spirit

Education

Higher education in HR or related field

Tools

SAP HR Payroll

SuccessFactors

ServiceNow

MS Office

Job description

Senior Payroll & Time Management Specialist with German

The position

Are you looking for a role where you can bring your expertise and passion for Payroll & Time Management to life? Join us in shaping Payroll & Time Management with a focus on operational excellence and exceptional customer experience – all with a right-first-time approach. If you are a strong team player, continuously strive for improvement, and are eager to be part of our exciting journey ahead, then Payroll & Time Management is the place for you!

Tasks & responsibilities

As Senior Payroll and Time Management Specialist you are responsible for:

• The transactional A-Z processing, the operationalization, and the professional support in the area of Payroll & Time Management following internal and external compliance regulations.
• Maintaining payroll accounts and handling centralized tasks to ensure accurate and timely payroll payouts.
• Answering inquiries related to Payroll and Time Management with simple to very complex substance by phone and e-mail using our case management system.
• Working on projects in a target-driven environment where service quality is continuously measured, and improved.
• Acting as the owner of at least one complex area of expertise, collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders, and providing updates and training to team members.

About our future employee

You should have strong command of German and English (minimum B2 level) and have at least 4 years of experience in end-to-end payroll services, including some experience working with the German market, preferably in a Hire-to-Retire Shared Services environment, with a willingness to learn on the job.

Additionally, we are looking for:

• Completed higher education, preferably in HR or a related field.
• Knowledge of German payroll, wage tax and social security.
• Distinct empathy, team spirit, accountability, and service orientation.
• Good knowledge using SAP HR Payroll & Success Factors.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• A positive approach, with the ability to contribute ideas in our Speak‑Up culture and actively participate in process optimization.
• Proven ability to address complex issues in a solution‑oriented working style.
• Preferably working experience in Process Transition & Transformation.
• Preferably working experience with ServiceNow & MS Office.

At Boehringer Ingelheim, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity in all its forms, including disability. Our accessible office environment and dedication to equal opportunities support every employee in reaching their full potential.