German Payroll Delivery Manager

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The Opportunity

The German Payroll Delivery Manager role is a pivotal position that combines subject matter expertise with professional team leadership. This role is responsible for not only managing payroll processes but also for acting as a counselor and the first point of contact for the team. You will play a crucial role in integrating the GDS hub teams into German Payroll Operate framework, delivering Business Reviews to internal German stakeholders, and managing internal SLAs and KPIs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the Payroll operation teams, ensuring a high level of service delivery and team cohesion. Act as a counselor and the primary contact for team members.
• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with the German Payroll engagement teams to drive initiatives that enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Integration: Work closely with the GDS hub teams to ensure seamless integration with the German operations, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Delivery Oversight: Review and ensure the accuracy of payroll processing services, including Build to Gross and Gross to Net, Pay processing, Post payroll validation, T&A management, and reporting, all while complying with relevant legislation.
• Training and Development: Organize training sessions and develop a knowledge management framework to enhance team capabilities and ensure alignment with German standards.
• Engagement Staffing: Strategically staff engagements to meet client needs and operational demands, ensuring the right expertise is available.
• Performance Management: Monitor and manage internal SLAs and KPIs, providing regular updates to stakeholders and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Proven experience in handling end-to-end German payroll processing, high-volume payroll, and managing multiple client payrolls.
• Strong understanding of German payroll compliance, rules, and legislation in a multi-country environment.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels within the organization.
• Experience in developing cross-functional teams and leading experienced professionals.
• Knowledge of technology enablers and trends around data modeling, Cloud architecture, Robotics (RPA), and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Strong numeracy skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Hands-on experience with ERPs like SAP, Oracle, or Workday.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have

• A graduate degree with 7-10 years of experience in German Payroll.
• A Payroll certification is an advantage.
• Project Management knowledge and experience.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English and German, both orally and in writing.

What We Offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across multiple locations - Argentina, China, India, Hungary, the Philippines, Poland, and the UK - and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies, and sectors. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe.

• Continuous Learning: Develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as Defined by You: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative Leadership: Gain insights, coaching, and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and Inclusive Culture: Be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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