Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Group Functions CEO Job Category: Human Resources Work Location Type: Remote Job Description Imagine yourself at the heart of Danfoss' HR transformation, shaping the future of payroll services for one of our largest regions. As Payroll Manager in Germany, you'll be more than just a leader; you'll be a vital force in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time, contributing directly to their well‑being and our company's success. This is your chance to build a best‑in‑class payroll function within a dynamic, international environment. You’ll be instrumental in driving efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction across our 13 legal entities and approximately 4,000 employees in Germany. Your leadership will empower a team of 18 payroll experts to deliver exceptional service, leveraging cutting‑edge technology and streamlined processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on our employees' lives and Danfoss' operational excellence. Join our EMEA HR Services organization and be a pioneer in providing state‑of‑the‑art HR services to Danfoss. You'll be at the forefront of our HR delivery model, driving continuous improvement and ensuring a seamless payroll experience for all. If you're a passionate leader with a knack for payroll and a desire to shape the future, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Job Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team of 18 payroll professionals (including 1 team lead), fostering their development and well‑being while embodying our company values. Take ownership of the end‑to‑end payroll process, including timekeeping and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Drive the optimization of our payroll processes, leveraging our ServiceNow ticketing system and other technologies to enhance service delivery and user experience. Collaborate effectively with Finance, IT, and external service providers to ensure seamless integration and alignment of payroll processes. Manage audits and compliance checks, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations and internal policies. Extensive experience in German payroll and benefits administration, coupled with proven leadership experience managing a larger, virtual team. Hands‑on experience with in‑house payroll, ideally experienced with SAP SuccessFactors for HR processes and ADP as payroll system. Experience with ServiceNow or similar ticketing system for HR/Payroll requests. Demonstrated ability to lead projects related to payroll processes and systems, with a track record of optimizing and digitizing processes. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to navigate a complex environment and lead with both strength and empathy. Excellent communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to interact confidently at all organizational levels. For more details about this position, please contact Imke Never, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, +49 69 8902105. Employee Benefits We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are. You’ll receive benefits like an annual bonus, 30 days of vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. #J-18808-Ljbffr