Payroll Administrator - German Speaker

WTW is an award-winning advisory, broking, and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. From the Titanic ship in 1912 to The Moon Buggy in 1971, WTW has a richness of insurance and financial services history dating back to 1828. And today, our incredible team of +45,000 across 140 countries come together to continue building that history. Our purpose? To transform tomorrow. Our WTW Regional Delivery Hub based in the heart of Lisbon - encompasses a 175 strong global team of who deliver operational excellence through innovation and streamlined solutions every single day. Together, we broaden your horizon and sharpen your focus. Transform your toughest challenges into actionable opportunities. And set your path for sustainable success. It's a great time to join WTW. Let our teams tell you why here.

What will you do?

This is a great opportunity to join our Payroll Team. As a Payroll Administrator you will be responsible for running a number of client pensioner payrolls, ensuring that pensioners are paid on time and accurately, and that all other related tasks are dealt with correctly in line with current procedures.

• Checking/Authorising payroll amendments (e.g., address changes and bank details).
• Preparing/Checking/Authorising the processing of payrolls (e.g., signing off payroll control reports) (senior).
• Preparation of the monthly accounting and preparation as well as securing of the payment files for execution by the customers.
• Ensuring that payroll deductions are dealt with correctly.
• Preparation and follow-up of accounting as well as administration of pensions in SAP.
• Provide an efficient, professional service to meet all client/members' needs and to promote the Willis Towers Watson brand.
• Second point of contact for pensioners and other offices (health insurance funds, tax offices) on technical questions concerning accounting.
• Responsible for specific tasks/projects allocated to you by the Payroll Team Leader (e.g., processing complex or payrolls, mentoring junior payroll colleagues, dealing with difficult inquiries and/or complaint cases, testing system enhancements and new software).
• Challenge procedures to identify process improvements and pass on recommendations to the Payroll Team Leader.
• Support junior colleagues.
• Maintain and develop further knowledge of pensioner payrolls within the team.

What are we looking for?

• German language - good written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of accounting software such as SAP, DATEV and proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience in payroll accounting and competence in tax and social security-related topics.
• Numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiar with handling and analyzing large amounts of data.
• Team orientation, communication skills, and a customer- and service-oriented attitude.

What's in it for you?

In WTW, you'll find a professional yet friendly and easy-going environment in an office based in a fast-growing European capital. Come join a team of dynamic and motivating colleagues!

In addition to our attractive remuneration package, we offer:

• Work-life balance. Mobile working or in the office? Flexible working hours? Sure, no problem. We decide together as a team when and where we work. Hybrid working is more than just a buzzword for us.
• Monetary benefit. An attractive, performance-related remuneration system.
• Internationality. An international management consultancy and the security of a global corporation with renowned customers.
• Development opportunities. A steep learning curve and sufficient freedom for individual career development: You will dive deep into a variety of topics, both on-the-job and in intensive specialist training.
• Cooperation. Learning from each other and making decisions together, collegial, appreciative, and dynamic.
• Customer contact. Quickly take responsibility.
• Corporate events. Together we celebrate our successes and our community

WTW is an equal opportunity employer.