Payroll Specialist(German Speaking)Role: German Payroll SpecialistPay Rate: 20.00 - 30.00 per hour Duration: Initial contract 5 months (high potential for extension or converted to a permanent contract)Location: Fully RemoteTravel: Once per quarter to Darlington; rare occasional travel to Germany.The OpportunityAre you an expert in German payroll looking for the flexibility of a remote role with the stability of a global industry leader? We are seeking a high-caliber German Speaking Payroll Specialist to join a world-class Business Services team.This is not a standard "processing" job. You will be a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance in one of Europe''s most complex legislative environments. While this starts as a contract, the intent is clear: we are looking for a long-term team member to evaluate for a permanent contract.Key ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Processing: Manage payroll cycles for multiple German sites, ensuring 100% accuracy and strict adherence to SOx controls.Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal employees and external agencies regarding German tax, social security, illness insurance, and pension queries.Compliance and Audit: Navigate complex German legislation to ensure all filings are correct and lead the preparation for payroll audits.Process Improvement: Don''t just follow the manual-improve it. You will participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline document workflows and SAP procedures.Stakeholder