Role: Freelance Payroll Specialist
Location: Remote (Austria-based compliance required)
Experience: 3+ Years in Austrian Payroll
Job Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: ASAP
No. of Positions: 1

Job Summary

BaryTech is seeking a highly experienced Freelance Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations for our Austrian entity. We are registered in Austria as a foreign employer and currently employ 7 staff members in IT engineering and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Austrian payroll, including wage tax, social insurance, and compliance with local regulations.

This is a remote freelance role, offering flexibility with the opportunity for long-term collaboration after a successful trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll processing for employees in Austria.

• Handle social insurance filings and ensure accurate contributions.

• Prepare and submit monthly wage tax filings via FinanzOnline.

• Generate and maintain SEPA payment files for salary disbursement.

• Prepare and deliver annual payroll statements (e.g., Lohnzettel, income tax summaries).

• Ensure compliance with Austrian labor laws and payroll regulations.

• Serve as the point of contact for payroll-related employee queries.

• Provide guidance on Austrian payroll best practices and statutory updates.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in Austrian payroll management.

• Strong knowledge of Austrian wage tax, social insurance, and compliance.

• Hands-on experience with FinanzOnline.

• Ability to prepare and process SEPA payment files.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in payroll calculations.

• Strong communication skills (German language proficiency required).

• Ability to work independently and meet monthly deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with foreign employers registered in Austria.

• Knowledge of Austrian HR regulations beyond payroll.

• Experience in preparing reports for company leadership.

Compensation

• Negotiable: per-employee flat fee or hourly rate.

• Includes a 1-month paid trial period to evaluate collaboration.

How to Apply

If this opportunity excites you, click “Apply Now” or send your application to jobs_europe@barytech.com with the subject “Freelance Payroll Specialist | Austria | Remote”.