Jobs and Job Openings in Payroll
Are you looking to apply for a position of responsibility in HR and put your strengths in attention to detail, organization, and numerical skills to good use? If so, payroll jobs are the perfect fit for you.
At the REWE Group, you’ll be working for one of Austria’s largest retail groups. With well-known brands such as BILLA, PENNY, BIPA, and ADEG, the company is one of the country’s leading employers, with approximately 47,000 employees. In payroll accounting, you ensure that salaries and wages are calculated correctly and paid on time, and you assist employees with questions regarding compensation, additional payments, and labor law issues.
Look forward to a modern workplace with a reliable employer, clear processes, and a supportive team. Start your career as a payroll specialist today and play a key role in the HR department.
The Field of Payroll Accounting
In your role as a payroll specialist, you play a key role in the Group’s HR team. You ensure that monthly payroll processing is carried out correctly and that all legal requirements are met.
In this role, you will work closely with various departments and managers. Your structured approach to work and your sense of responsibility ensure that all accounting processes run smoothly.
Your work plays a key role in ensuring employee satisfaction, as accurate and transparent payroll processing builds trust among employees and employers.
A Typical Day in Payroll
Day-to-day work in payroll is varied, involves a great deal of responsibility, and plays a vital role within the company. In this role, you’ll work with numbers, legal regulations, and digital payroll systems on a daily basis, ensuring that all compensation-related processes run smoothly.
Here's what you can typically expect in your new job:
Payroll Processing
You are responsible for the monthly payroll processing and ensure that it is completed accurately and on time.
Management of administrative HR processes
From registering new employees and workers to handling changes in employment status and terminating employment, you will oversee the entire administrative process.
Processing of special payments and bonuses
You handle special payments, bonuses, overtime, and other salary components.
Contact with government agencies and social security
You submit reports to government agencies and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Contact person for employee inquiries
If employees have questions about compensation, payroll, or labor law issues, you provide them with important ways to get in touch.
Collaboration within the HR team
You will work closely with colleagues in the Human Resources department and assist with administrative HR processes.
Responsibilities and Duties
Payroll accountants play a key role within their department and ensure that all payroll processes are handled correctly.
The most important responsibilities of the job include:
- Processing of monthly payroll
- Maintenance and management of employee data
- Preparation of analyses and reports
- Processing of reports to government agencies and social security authorities
- Processing of special payments, allowances, and overtime
- Handling employee onboarding and offboarding
- Contact person for questions regarding compensation and payroll
Depending on the position, your job responsibilities may vary slightly. For more detailed information, please refer to the respective job postings.
Qualifications and Skills
Ideally, you already have experience in payroll accounting and enjoy working in a precise and organized manner? If so, you already meet key requirements for a job in payroll accounting.
In addition to technical expertise, this role requires, above all, attention to detail, discretion, and a strong sense of responsibility, as you will be working with sensitive data and important administrative processes on a daily basis.
Ideally, you should have the following qualities for your new job:
- A highly precise and structured approach to work
- Sense of responsibility and reliability
- Discretion in handling sensitive personnel data
- Interest in labor, tax, and social security law
- Ability to work well with others and strong communication skills
- Working independently and in a solution-oriented manner
Education and Qualifications
To work in payroll accounting, you must have completed a business-related apprenticeship and have professional experience in payroll accounting.
The following are particularly helpful for the job:
- Completed business apprenticeship or vocational training (e.g., HAK, HAS, HBLA, or similar) or completed training in payroll accounting, as well as knowledge of labor law (including a diploma)
- Experience in payroll accounting
- Strong knowledge of Austrian labor, tax, and social security law
- Experience working with payroll systems and HR software
- German language skills appropriate to the job
This knowledge will help you perform your duties as a payroll accountant with confidence and responsibility.
Income and Salary in Payroll Accounting
In your payroll accounting role, you can expect fair working conditions with an attractive employer and a good salary.
The starting gross annual salary for this position is at least €37,000 on a full-time basis. Depending on your qualifications and professional experience, we are, of course, willing to offer a higher salary.
In addition, employees enjoy other benefits such as:
- Employee discounts and perks
- Meal subsidies or cafeteria options
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Health and preventive care services
As a result, a job in payroll not only offers you a stable income but also long-term career prospects in the HR field.
Requirements and Prerequisites
To apply for a position in payroll accounting, you should ideally meet the following requirements:
- Completed business training
- Completed PV and AR Course
- Experience in payroll accounting
- Strong knowledge of labor, tax, and social security law
- A structured and meticulous approach to work
- A sense of responsibility and discretion when handling sensitive data
- Ability to work well with others and strong communication skills
Career Opportunities and Prospects
As an employer, the REWE Group offers you long-term career development opportunities in the HR field. With experience and further training, you can take on additional responsibilities or further specialize in your role.
Possible career paths include, for example:
- Specialization in Payroll Accounting
- Taking on project or team leadership responsibilities
- Advances in HR Management
- Specialization in labor law issues
What makes us strong
To help you get off to a successful start in your new job and feel comfortable in the long term, we, as your employer, are committed to providing a modern and supportive work environment.
These include, among other things:
- Structured on-the-job training provided by experienced colleagues
- A supportive and collaborative team
- A modern work environment and clear processes
- Employee discounts
- Health Promotion and Wellness Programs
- Flexible work schedules and a good work-life balance
Jobs and vacancies Jobs Payroll
FAQ
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For this position, a completed business apprenticeship and professional experience in payroll accounting are required.
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You'll be trained for your new role by experienced colleagues and will learn about the company's internal processes, systems, and procedures step by step.
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Depending on the position, both part-time and full-time options are available. You can find more detailed information in the respective job posting.
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As you gain more experience, you can take on additional responsibilities or specialize in specific areas of payroll accounting.
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The gross annual salary for this position is at least €37,000 on a full-time basis. Depending on your qualifications and experience, the actual salary may be higher.
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