Associate Payroll EMEA (German Speaker)

About the role

Pfizer is looking for an Associate Payroll EMEA who speaks German, based in Thessaloniki, Greece. The Payroll Associate executes payroll activities accurately and on time for assigned payroll processes, within a broader payroll team, ensuring a compliant payroll aligned with regulatory and company standards. The role works with PX, Finance and external vendors to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Run regular payroll processes, collecting and validating inputs and handling errors
• Run payroll controls, validate and reconcile payroll files, and process changes or escalate them to the line manager
• Reconcile and remit payments to statutory authorities
• Maintain payroll records and documentation
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports such as funding forecasts, bank and GL files
• Stay up to date with company policies, local regulations and collective agreements
• Assist in internal and external audits when required
• Answer employee payroll questions promptly and professionally
• Collaborate with PX and Finance and act as backup for other team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or a related field
• 1-2 years of payroll, accounting or human resources experience
• Knowledge of payroll calculation and processing
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Effective spoken and written English
• Good knowledge of German

Preferred qualifications

• Multi-country or international payroll experience
• Payroll software experience (e.g. ADP, Workday, SAP)
• Certified Payroll Professional or similar designation
• Additional languages are a plus

The work arrangement is hybrid. The annual base salary for the Thessaloniki location is stated as €16,875. Benefits vary by location and may include health care coverage, retirement savings plans, insurance, an Employee Assistance Program and wellness benefits; details are given during hiring. Apply by sending a CV and a motivational letter in English.