Celonis is the global leader in Process Intelligence and the pioneer of Process Mining technology. As one of the world’s fastest-growing enterprise SaaS companies, we are changemakers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We invest heavily in advanced AI capabilities—specifically our Process Intelligence Graph—to turn data insights into immediate business action. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock global productivity and sustainability by placing intelligence at the core of every business process. Join our mission to make processes work for people, companies, and the planet.
The Team:
Our Payroll & HR Administration Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific Japan (EMEA APJ) team, based in the vibrant cities of Munich and Madrid, is embarking on an exciting journey to develop a global payroll delivery model. We are thrilled to welcome a new intern to join us, contributing to our extensive payroll expertise for Germany. In this role, you will report directly to Celonis' Director of HR Administration & Payroll in Munich and collaborate with a dynamic and diverse team across Munich and Madrid.
The Role:
Step into the heart of the DACH team and play a pivotal role in supporting payroll and HR administration processes for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of payroll, assisting with daily operations, and participating in impactful projects that shape our roadmap. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience and valuable insights into the intricate workings of payroll within a leading global organization like Celonis. We highly value and encourage innovative thinking and agility, making this role perfect for someone eager to make a mark and grow rapidly.
What You’ll Do:
- Engage in Real-World Payroll Administration: Dive into payroll administrative tasks, ensuring precise data entry and accuracy, giving you a solid foundation in payroll operations.
- Be the Go-To Problem Solver: Monitor and manage payroll tickets using the ServiceNow ticketing tool, becoming an essential part of our support system.
- Ensure Compliance and Organization: Maintain and archive employee payroll files meticulously to ensure compliance with audit requirements.
- Unleash Your Analytical Skills: Perform data analysis and create insightful reports in Excel, helping drive data-informed decisions.
- Contribute to Process Excellence: Assist in maintaining and updating process documentation, ensuring our operations are smooth and efficient.
Your Qualifications:
- A Bachelor in Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources or any relatable program
- A strong desire to learn and grow in the payroll area.
- Proficiency with Google Suite/MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken, is essential.
What Celonis can offer you:
- Pioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI-driven business operations.
- Ownership from Day 1: Every full-time "Celonaut" is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit-based refresh grants.
- Unrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy—24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment.
- Work-Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration.
- Continuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70-20-10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform.
- Holistic Well-being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated "Wellness Weeks" that prioritize work/life balance.
- Drive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually.
- Global Inclusion & Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
- Value-Driven Impact: Join a mission-led organization where our core values—Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future—drive every decision.
About Us:
Celonis makes processes work — for people, companies, and the planet. Powered by process mining and AI, the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform integrates process data and business context to create a living digital twin of business operations. We enable thousands of companies worldwide to understand how their business actually runs and, together with their partners, build intelligent solutions that transform and continuously improve the way they operate — unlocking billions in value. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.
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