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Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Payroll Manager is ultimately responsible for all payment activities within the German Payroll run (approx.. 700 employees). The Payroll Manager reports to the Senior
Payroll Manager. The position is initially limited to six months with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent position.
This role is based in our Operational Headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the monthly payroll run in SAP and SuccessFactors
Recording and checking ongoing wage changes in the master data as well as variable data
Data verification of master data for new hires, departures, and changes
Monthly reports to health insurance, social security institutions, as well as the relevant tax office
Reporting accident reports to the relevant employers' liability insurance association
Communication with authorities and insurance companies as well as preparation of employer certificates
Answering all payroll related questions
Assessment of employment relationships in regards to social security, especially for new hires
Monthly creation of Payroll related reporting
Responsible for opening tickets with our payroll support team as well as testing the implemented changes
Providing data for social security and tax audits
Supporting the team in various administrative tasks as well as HR projects

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Several years of professional experience in Payroll, in an international sector would be beneficial
Advanced knowledge in the German wage tax, social security and labor law
Very good handling of MS-Office especially Excel (Pivot, Vlookup, etc. ) as well as SAP / SuccessFactors knowledge
Fluency in German and English (spoken/written)
Independent, precise and reliable way of working
Committed, flexible and team-oriented personality

EDUCATION

Completed commercial education and further training in payroll / social insurance or at least 6 years of professional experience in Payroll

COMMUNITY & CULTURE

Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours

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