Payroll Associate

We’re seeking a Senior Payroll Associate / Payroll Associate to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods.

Schrödinger (NASDAQ: SDGR) is transforming drug discovery and materials research. Used by bio-pharmaceutical and industrial companies, academic institutions, and government laboratories worldwide, our software platform can predict critical properties of molecules before scientists embark on time-consuming and costly experiments. Schrödinger has also deployed its computational platform to advance its own drug discovery programs, as well as those of various pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

• A dynamic and motivated payroll specialist who takes pride in working efficiently
• A detail-oriented collaborator with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An accomplished multi-tasker who enjoys working across geographical and departmental boundaries

• Coordinate monthly payroll for a workforce of 80+ people located in Germany, France, Netherlands, and Ireland with external payroll solution providers
• Manage payroll-related on- and off-boarding
• Collaborate with our tax consultant and accounting company to ensure correct and on-time execution of payroll payments and reporting requirements
• Provide first level support of all payroll related questions for employees of applicable countries
• Collaborate closely with our global finance, accounting, and HR departments on all topics regarding global payroll (salary adjustments, bonus payments, reporting, etc.) 
• Assist with tasks overlapping with payroll (benefits, social security, company pension, etc.)
• Assist team with preparing and checking travel expense reports based on internal policies and external accounting accuracy

• Fluency in German and excellent command of English
• Vocational training in a payroll- or accounting-related field or a business degree
• Experience with payroll processing according to German regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• The following would be a plus:
• Payroll background in any other country named above
• Familiarity with equity compensation (i.e., reporting, training and compliance for stock options, employee stock purchase plan, restricted stock units)

What we offer:

• A highly motivated international workplace with growth potential
• Internal mentorship and training
• Competitive salary and a flexible working environment
• Annual company shutdown in addition to regular vacation days  

Our benefits include local transport reimbursement, a BahnCard 50, our employee equity plan, the EGYM Wellpass (corporate fitness program), bike leasing, an employee volunteer program, donation match program, access to the Corporate Benefits platform, a dedicated counseling service, and our travel insurance.

When you're in the office you can profit from central locations, the charging of personal devices with green energy, stocked kitchens with coffee/tea, fruit, snacks, and beverages, and the organization of team building and social events.