HR Back-office & Admin specialist – 50%

Job title:

HR Back-office & Admin specialist – 50%

Company

Accountable

Job description

About AccountableAccountable is giving self-employed – independents – the power to manage their finances with complete peace of mind: the Accountable app turns taxes, accounting, invoicing and all their financial administration into a child’s game – and our team of tax coaches is there to put an end to the fear of the tax office.With a proven product and a fast-growing customer base in both Germany & Belgium, we are now looking for a HR specialist to help support the growth of our incredible team.About the roleAs a HR back-office specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of HR processes at Accountable. From onboarding and payroll support to recruitment logistics, you’ll provide the essential structure that allows our team to grow and thrive.TasksKey ResponsibilitiesOnboarding of new team members

• Coordinate administrative aspects of onboarding (contracts, equipment, tools access).
• Ensure a smooth experience for new joiners from pre-boarding to their first weeks.
• Maintain and improve documentation for onboarding processes.

Support to Payroll

• Gather and process payroll-relevant data (sick leave, holidays, changes in contracts).
• Liaise with our external payroll provider to ensure timely and accurate salary payments.
• Help maintain compliance with local labor regulations in Belgium and Germany.

Support to recruitment

• Maintain our applicant tracking system and support hiring managers with job postings.
• When relevant, help schedule interviews and coordinate candidate communication.
• Assist with the preparation of employment offers and contracts.

**A quick word about how HR currently works at Accountable
**At Accountable, most HR functions are currently decentralized, meaning

• Hiring decisions are made by team leads
• We use external partners for payroll in Belgium and Germany
• People managers are closely involved in onboarding and performance follow-up

We are constantly looking at ways to do things better and will likely, thanks to your help, improve this infrastructure.Also, please note that we would possibly be interested to grow the role and upgrade it to a full-time position, to embed more corporate affairs responsibilities (possibly moving into accounting, payments, etc.). The timeframe for such change could be 6-9 months from start date.

RequirementsWho you are

• Problem solver

You love optimizing processes, spotting inefficiencies, and proposing pragmatic solutions. * Team playerYou take ownership, work independently, and thrive in cross-functional teams. * Technical skillsYou’re comfortable using HR software, spreadsheets, and digital tools (e.g. Notion, Deel, BambooHR, Personio, etc.) * Bonus: payroll management experienceExperience in working with external payroll providers or handling payroll data in Germany and/or Belgium is a strong plus.Requirements

• Based in Berlin or Brussels
• Fluent in English
• A university degree is preferred; however, candidates with equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Min. 3 years of experience in a professional context.

BenefitsWhy join Accountable?🌍 Work at a fast-growing fintech that’s making self-employment easier.🥊 Make a direct impact on the growth and profitability of our business.🎯 Join a people-driven culture that believes in the potential of each team member.💡You will have the freedom to drive your own projects and influence key business decisions.🤝 Work closely with all teams and solve challenges only you can solve.Sound good? Top! We are looking for real people with real skills.
Typical CVs? No need; we are more interested in your personality and drive.
Ready to work with us on this mission? Let’s chat!AccountableAs the first European tax app for the self-employed, Accountable makes it easy to submit all tax returns to the tax office with just a few clicks. Accountable is present across Europe, with offices in Berlin & Brussels.

Expected salary

€24000 – 26400 per year

Location

Berlin

Job date

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 22:00:12 GMT

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