Payroll Specialist / Lohnbuchhalter (m/w/d)

Hamburg, DE, 20539

At Barry Callebaut, we are shaping the future of chocolate and cocoa. Behind every product, there are people – and behind every payslip, there is precision, trust, and expertise. To strengthen our HR team in Hamburg, we are looking for a Payroll Specialist (m/w/d) who enjoys taking ownership, works with high accuracy, and values collaboration across teams.

Your Impact (Responsibilities)

In this role, you ensure that our employees are paid accurately and on time – every month. You will take ownership of payroll processes across two sites and contribute to a reliable and compliant payroll environment.

• Own and manage the monthly payroll process for approx. 250 employees across two locations (in collaboration with an external provider)
• Maintain and oversee time tracking in ATOSS
• Ensure compliance with German labor, tax, and social security regulations as well as collective agreements
• Act as a trusted contact for employees and managers on payroll and time management topics
• Prepare reports and analyses for HR and Finance
• Coordinate with external partners, authorities, and social security institutions
• Support and continuously improve payroll and HR processes

Your Profile

You bring structure into complexity and feel comfortable working with sensitive data.

• Completed degree or vocational training in HR, Payroll, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll processing
• Good knowledge of German labor law, tax, and social security regulations
• Experience with ATOSS or similar time tracking systems is a plus
• Fluent German and communicative English skills
• Experience with shift models and allowances is an advantage
• High level of accuracy, reliability, and confidentiality
• Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset
• Confident user of MS Office

What makes this role special

• Responsibility for payroll across two production sites
• Exposure to complex shift models and allowances
• Opportunity to work in an international environment within a global company
• A role with real impact on employee experience

What we offer

• Permanent full-time position with flexible working hours
• Hybrid working model (2 days home office after probation period)
• A collaborative, supportive team with short decision-making paths
• Attractive compensation and benefits
• An international environment with development opportunities