Payroll Specialist
Frontier EconomicsCologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Posted May 14, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Frontier Economics is an employee-owned economics consultancy that tackles big questions facing governments, businesses, and society.
Job Description
Frontier Economics is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support the delivery of accurate and timely payroll services across the company, with a primary focus on German payroll. The role requires strong technical payroll knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work across systems and jurisdictions.
Requirements
- Proven experience managing or processing German payroll, with strong knowledge of local regulations.
- Experience working with HR systems such as Workday (or similar HCM platforms).
- Experience using payroll systems and the ability to quickly adapt to new software.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Benefits
- Hybrid Working
- Holiday Entitlement
- Parental Pay
- Learning & Development
- Private Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Income Protection Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Cross-Office Travel & Secondments
