Payroll Project Manager with German | Remote

Our client is a global corporation offering a dynamic and innovative work environment within an international structure.

• 6+ years of experience in payroll processes, payroll transformation, or a related area.
• Proven experience managing payroll projects across multiple countries/geographies.
• Experience leading payroll process improvements and transformation initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes in multiple countries.
• Good understanding of time and attendance processes.
• Experience in project management or business transformation.
• Experience working with multiple payroll vendor systems.
• Experience with HCM systems, preferably Workday.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Highly organized, goal-oriented, accountable, and detail-focused.
• Ability to work effectively with international teams across different time zones.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Nice to have:

• Experience with ticketing systems, such as ServiceNow.
• Experience with global payroll system implementations or large-scale payroll transformation projects.

• Lead and coordinate global payroll projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate internal teams, external partners, and payroll vendors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Create and maintain project plans, timelines, risk registers, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate resources and ensure the right people are involved at the right time.
• Monitor project progress and report on performance, risks, issues, timelines, and budget.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and support successful project implementation.
• Work with Workstream Leads to ensure consistent project delivery across different countries.
• Partner with local Finance teams to develop standardized processes for banking, reporting, and segregation of duties.
• Support the implementation of global payroll procedures and role-mapping frameworks in local countries.
• Work with Internal Controls to implement global payroll controls into local processes.
• Coordinate vendor risk management activities.
• Prepare training plans related to Payroll and WFM system security roles and audits.
• Gather and review local payroll and WFM requirements for system changes.
• Coordinate payroll and HCM system reconciliations and data uploads.
• Review Payroll Operations requirements against HCM system configuration and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the definition of HCM integration and standardized reporting requirements.
• Perform other tasks related to the project as required.