EMEA Payroll Practitioner - Michael Page

Our client is a global banking organisation with a strong international presence across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia‑Pacific. They are recognised for their independent advisory approach and industry‑leading expertise in corporate finance, restructuring, and valuation.

• Manage monthly payroll cycles for employees in Germany, Austria, and France, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain Workday HRIS data integrity for hires, terminations, salary updates, and job changes.
• Process bonuses, deductions, non‑cash benefits, and holiday pay.
• Act as first‑line support for payroll queries via the internal ticketing system.
• Process public and private health insurance documentation and ensure correct coding and deductions.
• Collaborate with payroll providers, HR teams, and local experts to ensure compliance with relevant laws and CBAs.
• Prepare general ledger files, contribute to payroll account reconciliations, and ensure timely tax and pension submissions.
• Support system updates, configuration changes, and payroll platform migrations.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and confidentiality

• Fluent in German and confident in English (written and verbal).
• 3+ years of advanced experience in German OR French payroll.
• International Payroll preferred
• Strong understanding of EMEA tax and wage laws, including benefits‑in‑kind and shadow payroll.
• Skilled with Workday, DATEV, and Excel (intermediate to advanced level).
• Organised, analytical, and capable of handling a high‑volume, multi‑country payroll portfolio.

• Permanent position
• Competitive salary ranging from 60,000 to 80,000 Euros per year
• Annual Bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including Pension and Healthcare
• Collaborative and professional workplace culture
• Hybrid Working - 3 days in Frankfurt office per week