Associate Payroll EMEA

Pfizer's Enabling Functions Hubs serve to bring internal professional services such as Finance, HR, Digital, and Sourcing together into a consolidated and simplified shared services structure. Colleagues in the Enabling Functions Hubs execute end-to-end operational activities that can be standardized and scaled for greater enterprise synergies and effectiveness. The work managed from these hubs will evolve and expand over time as Enabling Functions continue to evaluate their go-forward delivery model. With an established community and evolving support model, Pfizer's Enabling Functions Hubs are dynamic and energizing places to work. Colleagues with diverse capabilities across multiple functions are co-located to facilitate greater colleague collaboration, new ways of working, and enhanced simplification through more integrated end-to-end solutions. Pfizer operates Enabling Functions Hubs in six strategic locations: Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Jose, Costa Rica; Dublin, Ireland; Thessaloniki, Greece; and Dalian, China.

Role Summary
The Payroll Associate is responsible for the timely and accurate execution of all payroll activities and operations for assigned payroll processes. Working as a part of a broader payroll team, the Payroll Associate ensures a compliant payroll aligned with regulatory and company standards.

This role supports audit, handles payroll issues, prepares detailed reports and works closely with PX, Finance and external vendors to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.

Role Responsibilities

• Execute activities associated with the assigned payroll processes which include but are not limited to:
• Manage activities associated with regular execution of assigned payroll processes, including collection and validation of inputs and error
• Execute payroll controls, validate and reconcile payroll files
• Process changes to correct errors or escalate to line manager
• Reconcile and remit payments to statutory authorities
• Maintain payroll records and documentation
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports such as funding forecasts, bank and GL files for internal and external stakeholders
• Stays current and ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations and collective agreements
• Assists in audits where required (internal & external)
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate with PX and Finance to ensure seamless payroll operations
• Serve as back-up for other team members as required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or related field required
• 1-2 years of payroll, accounting or human resources experience
• Knowledge and experience of payroll calculation and processing
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Able to communicate effectively in English (spoken & written) with colleagues at all levels of the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-country (multi-state) or international payroll processing
• Experience with payroll software (e.g. ADP, Workday, SAP)
• Certified Payroll Professional, or similar professional designation
• Ability to speak multiple (additional) languages is a plus

Please apply by sending your CV and a motivational letter in English

Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives
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Disability Inclusion

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