Payroll Manager

Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.

As a Payroll Manager for [Via Germany,]( you'll own the end-to-end payroll process for 900+ hourly employees across the region - keeping one of the most critical parts of our business running smoothly, accurately, and compliantly. As we continue to scale across Europe, you'll work closely with our Finance, People, and Operations teams to strengthen payroll processes and ensure our teams are paid reliably and on time, every month.

• Own and drive the monthly payroll process for Via Germany - partnering closely with our external payroll provider and internal Finance, People, and Operations teams to ensure accurate, timely execution every month.
• Monitor changes in German tax regulations, wage laws, and compliance requirements, making sure our processes stay aligned with evolving regulatory standards.
• Perform regular payroll audits to maintain the accuracy and integrity of employee pay data, and proactively design and implement process improvements and internal controls.
• Manage benefit deductions and tax withholdings, ensuring calculations and reporting are precise, compliant, and handled with the highest confidentiality.
• Lead payroll-related financial reporting - from preparing journal entries to reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Support on escalated payroll queries that the Support Operations team can't resolve independently.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and operational improvements that strengthen payroll processes and support the broader Finance team.

• You bring 5+ years of payroll experience in Germany, including with hourly/shift-based employees, with a strong grasp of local regulations and tax requirements.
• You're comfortable working with HRIS and payroll systems such as P&I Loga, and highly proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• You work with precision and ownership - detail-oriented, reliable, and able to meet strict deadlines independently.
• You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across Finance, People, and other internal teams.
• You're proactive and process-driven, always looking for ways to improve workflows and make things run more smoothly.
• Fluency in English and German is required. 

• Becoming part of a company that was awarded for its commitment to social good.
• Salary range: between £60-77k per year, plus equity. Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills.
• A hybrid working model and a spacious office near Chancery Lane, where you can enjoy weekly team lunches.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid parental leave, and health scheme offered through AXA.
• Partnership with YellowNest, a salary exchange benefit that helps reduce childcare fees for working parents.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - multiple options via Green Commute Initiative (GCI).