Payroll Specialist

Full Time

Integrated Assemblies, Motherson Sequencing and Assembly Services (MSAS)

KarlsruheGermany

At Motherson, we’re committed to creating long-term jobs and advancing global careers. Featured on TIME’s World’s Best Companies list, we are a diversified global design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and logistics specialist, delivering full-system solutions to customers across industries. With a focus on innovation, quality and sustainability, we strive to be a trusted industrialisation partner and an employer that nurtures a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Our Integrated Assemblies division leads in automotive innovation, specialising in premium module assembly and cockpit module integration. We collaborate with customers to deliver cutting-edge solutions supporting electrification. Join us to work with advanced technology and shape the future of automotive innovation.

What you'll do

Take ownership of monthly payroll processing for our Headquarters (approx. 90 employees) and support payroll activities across our German locations (approx. 700 employees in total).

Maintain, validate, and process payroll-related employee data, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payroll execution.

Act as the primary contact for our external payroll provider, ensuring smooth cooperation and service quality.

Coordinate payroll-related payment processes, including salaries, work extensively with P&I LOGA.

Ensure seamless data flow and collaboration between Payroll, HR, Finance, and SAP.

Support payroll reconciliation and ensure accurate transfer and posting of payroll results in SAP.

Analyze and resolve differences between payroll results, payment files, and SAP postings.

Maintain payroll documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and legal requirements.

What we offer

A positive and collaborative working atmosphere, fosteringpersonal growth and team spirit.

Strong career development opportunities in a dynamic andsupportive environment.

A chance to build expertise through exciting, diverse, andchallenging assignments.

A people-first culture rooted in our core values: MutualInterest, Togetherness, Trust, Respect, and Enthusiasm.

What we are looking for

Several years of experience in German payroll administration.

Hands-on expertise in monthly payroll processing and payroll compliance.

Experience managing external payroll providers and coordinating payroll activities.

Strong knowledge of P&I LOGA; SAP experience is a plus.

Background in international or multi-site organizations is advantageous.

Fluent German and good English communication skills.