Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany

Updated November 4, 2026

Find payroll specialist jobs in Germany from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Payroll Administrator, Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst and Payroll Coordinator.

Latest Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany

Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany at a glance

Companies hiring
Wk, Essity Spain, S.L. (Sociedad Unipersonal), CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO, WTW, Freshfields Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater PartG mbB and Avnet
Cities
DEU, Frankfurt, Munich, HAMBURG and Mainz
Work setup
Hybrid and remote
Levels
Senior to lead
Job types
Full-time and part-time
Skills in demand
Excel, Workday, Sozialversicherungsrecht, Payroll, Lohnsteuerrecht, SAP HCM, MS Office, German payroll
Visa sponsorship
Mentioned on some listings, for example at EOS GmbH Electro Optical Systems

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Payroll Specialist jobs

Payroll specialists run payroll accurately and on time, handle tax filings and deductions, and answer employee pay questions.

Also posted as

  • Payroll Administrator
  • Payroll Manager
  • Payroll Analyst
  • Payroll Coordinator

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Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany: questions

Where can I find Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany?

JobLookout collects Payroll Specialist openings in Germany from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany?

Recent listings include roles at Wk, Essity Spain, S.L. (Sociedad Unipersonal), CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO, WTW, Freshfields Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater PartG mbB and Avnet. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in Germany are Payroll Specialist jobs?

Recent listings are in DEU, Frankfurt, Munich, HAMBURG and Mainz, plus remote roles open to people based in Germany.

Are there remote Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at 1US37 Strada U.S. Payroll. Hybrid roles are listed too. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Excel, Workday, Sozialversicherungsrecht, Payroll, Lohnsteuerrecht, SAP HCM, MS Office, German payroll. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

Do Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany offer visa sponsorship?

Some recent listings mention visa sponsorship, including roles at EOS GmbH Electro Optical Systems. Sponsorship depends on the company and the country, so confirm it in the posting before you apply.

What job titles count as Payroll Specialist?

This list groups related titles, including Payroll Administrator, Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst and Payroll Coordinator, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany?

Recent listings range from senior to lead. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Payroll Specialist roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Payroll Specialist roles in Germany?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in Germany?

Yes. This page is Payroll Specialist openings located in Germany, including remote roles that still require Germany.

Can I see Payroll Specialist jobs in other countries?

Yes. Payroll Specialist jobs are also listed for United States, India, Canada, Poland, United Kingdom and Philippines. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Payroll Specialist job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: accounting, planning, audit, or a business-partner seat; systems they name; close, forecast, or reporting as the core of the week.

How do I apply to Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Payroll Specialist jobs in Germany?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Payroll Specialist jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Payroll Specialist?

Similar roles include Accountant, Controller / Finance Manager, Auditor, Financial Analyst and Investment Analyst / Banker.