Contract Type: Fixed term (July/August 2026 > December 2027)
We are looking for an International Payroll Specialist- German Speaker!
Join our dedicated international payroll team and play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll across multiple countries. In this role, you’ll primarily support payroll operations for Germany, Austria & Switzerland, partnering closely with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders.
You’ll thrive here if you’re detail-oriented, comfortable juggling priorities in a dynamic environment, and motivated by continuous process improvement. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working across Finance, HR, People Operations, Audit, Compliance, and with business leaders globally to support our strategic roadmap.
This position is Hybrid, in Europe. Preferably Germany, but other locations where IDEXX operates are possible.
What You’ll Do
- Process, audit, and reconcile international payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and on-time delivery
- Partner with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate payroll reporting
- Coordinate payroll approval & payment instructions with the Finance team
- Prepare monthly payroll GL journal, accrual reports, and month-end closing reporting activities
- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, collective labor agreements, and company policies
- Respond to payroll-related employee inquiries
- Support internal and external audits
- Provide payroll data and insights to support HR and cross-functional projects
What You Will Need To Succeed
- 3+ years of experience in an international payroll or payroll/accounting environment
- Hands-on experience processing European payrolls, with strong knowledge of payroll regulations, compliance, and tax laws
- Strong expertise in German payroll and labor law
- Experience working with outsourced payroll providers
- Proven ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work independently, accurately, and meet tight deadlines
- Fluency in German and English (written and verbal)
- Strong ownership mindset and accountability for payroll processes
- Advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, macros, etc.)
- Ability to manage shifting priorities and solve problems effectively
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and give/receive feedback constructively.
Why IDEXX
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.
We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here. Let’s pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. IDEXX is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in an international payroll or payroll/accounting environment
- Hands-on experience processing European payrolls
- Strong expertise in German payroll and labor law
- Experience working with outsourced payroll providers
- Proven ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
- Fluency in German and English (written and verbal)
- Advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, macros, etc.)
IDEXX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEXX and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEXX.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive with day-one eligibility and added programs for mental health and musculoskeletal care. Feedback suggests insurance quality is strong, with multiple plan options and supportive wellness services.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings support is highlighted through a clear 401(k) match that begins after an initial waiting period. Feedback suggests this materially strengthens total compensation beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs are depicted as generous, including PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer days. Parental leave and adoption assistance add to the breadth of paid leave options.
IDEXX Insights
What We Do
10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock. We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries. Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and to build more economically successful practices. We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
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