Payroll Specialist

About the company

wienerberger is positioned as a sustainable and innovative manufacturer of clay-based building materials for the complete building envelope. The company emphasizes combining long-standing expertise with modern technology to create comfortable living spaces that work in harmony with people and the environment.

Sustainability is presented as a core commitment. The organization highlights ongoing investment in employees, support for professional growth, and resource-efficient production.

The company is looking for support for its payroll department as soon as possible. The role is based ideally in Hannover, with remote work available across Germany.

Role overview

As a Payroll Specialist / Payroll Clerk, you will take responsibility for payroll processing for a defined employee group and act as a point of contact for payroll-related matters. The position also includes broader HR administration tasks, involvement in month-end and year-end preparation, and support for HR projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly payroll independently for an assigned employee population while complying with legal, collective bargaining, and company regulations.
• Advise specialists and managers on questions related to payroll and compensation.
• Handle general HR administration tasks such as maintaining employee data, managing time records, issuing certificates, and similar administrative duties.
• Support the preparation of monthly and annual closing activities, and compile as well as review HR reports and key metrics.
• Contribute to HR initiatives and collaborate closely with colleagues across the team.

Requirements

• Completed commercial training, ideally as a payroll and HR specialist, tax clerk, or in a comparable field.
• Several years of experience in payroll processing and familiarity with the typical tasks of an HR department.
• Experience with DATEV is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, independent working style, and a friendly, open manner.
• Residence in Germany.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive compensation package including holiday pay, 30 days of annual leave, and comprehensive retirement provision.
• Additional benefits such as individual bonuses, bike leasing, workplace health management, and support for both professional and personal challenges.
• Opportunities to build on your strengths and grow both professionally and personally, with support along your career path.

Additional information

Start date: as soon as possible.

Location: Hannover is preferred; remote work within Germany is possible.

The role is offered as a full-time position.

No specific number of openings was stated.