HR & Payroll Specialist with German (Austrian Payroll)

Strada; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Possibility to work from home

Private medical care (LuxMed)

MyBenefit platform access (MultiSport)

Group life insurance

Career development opportunities

Language courses bailout

Job summary

Strada is seeking a payroll specialist to manage Austrian payroll end-to-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance within a global, fast-paced environment. Strong English and German are required, with experience in HRIS systems such as Workday, SAP, or PeopleSoft.

You will monitor tickets, handle payslips, and support SOC1 controls while contributing to a diverse, inclusive workplace and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of Austrian payroll or related HR/payroll experience in a consulting, outsourcing, or corporate setting.
• Fluent English and German both written and spoken.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently process Austrian payroll end-to-end per standards and client requirements.
• Monitor ticket queues and ensure timely handling within defined SLAs.
• Utilize hrX suite and interpret payslips and payroll calendars.
• Produce standard and client-specific payroll reports and perform data validation.
• Support SOC1 controls and maintain defined work instructions.

Skills

English language proficiency

German language proficiency

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Tools

Workday

SAP

PeopleSoft

Job description

Описание:

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

Overall objective of the Role Performs all life-cycle payroll transactions and activities to ensure the processing of an accurate and timely payroll. Displays decision-making skills that support company and payroll policies.

Задачи:

• Independently process Austrian payroll from end to end according the defined standards and client requirements including all associated payroll tasks
• Monitor and manage ticket queues using the appropriate tools to ensure tickets are handled per the defined timelines and do not exceed expected thresholds
• Ability to utilize the hrX suite of tools as it relates to payroll processing and all associated activities
• Be able to understand and interpret a payslip
• Be able to understand and follow the payroll calendar
• Identify deviations from the standard scope of service and act accordingly including the identification and support of change request opportunities
• Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information
• Produce and understand standard and client specific payroll reports including statutory year end reporting needs
• Review and validate data for accuracy and completeness and initiates corrections per the defined standards
• Answer Austrian payroll related questions and requests
• Support and execute SOC1 Controls
• Maintain and apply defined work instructions (DWIs)
• Perform Transactions with Third parties
• Provide clear knowledge transfers to peers
• Support and manage system maintenance testing
• Support technical issue coordination and resolution
• Maintains current knowledge of legislation requirements; system updates, changes and overall payroll procedures
• Participates in projects and activities as needed and assigned

Требования:

• 2-3 years relevant experience administering Austrian Payroll or Health & Welfare/Benefits in an HR consulting, HR Outsourcing or Corporate environment.
• Excellent written and verbal skills in English and German
• Flexibility to support a global and fast paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated and a willingness to learn
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment, as well as independently while adhering to processes and procedures
• HRIS knowledge: Workday, SAP, or PeopleSoft knowledge preferred

Условия:

• Possibility to work from home
• Private medical care in LuxMed
• Access to MyBenefit platform (including MultiSport card)
• Group life insurance
• Interesting career development opportunities within company
• Language courses bailout

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 – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right. At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include 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. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success. 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.