# German Payroll Assistant | Healthcare Industry - Athens

**Company:** [speakit](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/fTXJu5fckxtuW4XzB5cPPo.md)
**Location:** Athens, Greece
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** German

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## Description

Are you experienced in payroll administration and fluent in German?

Do you want to work for an international healthcare company supporting the German market, while enjoying a hybrid working model in Athens?

Are you looking for a stable role in a fast-growing, start-up-style environment with strong benefits and long-term prospects?

If yes, then this opportunity is for you!

Our client, an international healthcare company operating in the incontinence products and care services sector, is looking for a **German-speaking Payroll Assistance (Mid to Senior level)** to join its growing team in Athens. The company operates its own warehouse in Cologne and works closely with its German headquarters in Hamburg.

### Responsibilities

-   Support payroll-related administrative processes for the German market
-   Communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners in German (email, phone, chat tools)
-   Collect, review, and maintain payroll data and employee records
-   Enter, update, and verify information accurately in ERP and HR/payroll systems
-   Assist with monthly payroll preparation, documentation, and follow-ups
-   Coordinate with HR, accounting teams, and external payroll providers
-   Handle general back-office and administrative tasks related to payroll operations
-   Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance in all payroll-related activities

## Requirements

A qualified candidate for this role needs to have:

-   German language skills at **B2–C1 level** (spoken and written)
-   Experience in payroll assistance, HR administration, or a related back-office role (mid to senior level)
-   Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
-   Good communication and organizational skills
-   Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data responsibly
-   Experience with ERP/HR systems, Microsoft Office, and email/chat tools
-   Comfort working in a fast-paced, international environment
-   English knowledge is considered a plus, but not required

### Working Hours & Model

-   Working hours: **10:00–18:00 (Greek time)**
-   Hybrid working model (office in **Nea Kifisia + remote work**)

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary
-   Monthly fuel card or public transport allowance
-   Private medical insurance
-   Full equipment provided
-   Permanent (unlimited) contract
-   Salary review after the first six months
-   Annual performance bonus for all employees
-   Modern office with an international, start-up-style working atmosphere