Manager (m/f/d) Payroll & Administration

Job Description

Currently, we are looking for a Manager (m/f/d) Payroll & Administration at one of our locations in Germany (Flensburg, Neumünster, Hamburg, Offenbach, or Baden-Baden) or based remotely. In this role, you will lead the Payroll & Administration Team in Germany both functionally and disciplinarily.

Job Responsibilities

In this position, you will ensure payroll processing & master data management for employees across various business areas in Germany with your team. You will be the primary point of contact for your team, local management, and global HR functions concerning Payroll & Administration matters in Germany. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the EMEA Payroll & Administration functions. Internal interfaces will also involve coordination with Finance & Controlling departments, potentially with the management board, and participation committees. Furthermore, you will steer external payroll service providers and consultants, as well as managing cooperation with authorities & public interfaces.

Moreover, you will be involved in various regional or cross-regional projects, representing the interests of the region. You and your team will serve as a crucial interface regarding time management within the HR organization.

You will lead your team spread across multiple German locations, focusing on harmonizing processes & workflows and fostering a strong team spirit with continuous development for both the team as a whole and individual team members.

Background & Skills

You have extensive experience in payroll, electronic time tracking, as well as tax and social security law, and you are interested in transitioning into a management role?
Alternatively, you possess substantial leadership experience, fundamental knowledge in payroll matters, and are keen to contribute your expertise in change and project management?

Then we are excited to get to know you!

Additionally, we would like to see:

• Distinctive numerical understanding and a high level of customer orientation
• Experience working in virtual teams and ideally in managing project teams or team members professionally
• Experience in managing external service providers and consultants
• A meticulous work approach and a high sense of responsibility
• Excellent written and verbal English skills
• Proficiency in using MS Office products

For further information regarding the position please contact Paula Scharfenberg, Talent Acquisition Manager CER, +49 40 73 67 5129.

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
   

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.