ROLE SUMMARY

• The role of the Sr. Specialist, US COE Payroll Ops will support execution multiple strategic projects in the Payroll function primarily for US Region with a focus on continuous improvement, optimization and M&A. This includes but is not limited to projects relating to new payroll technology/automation, payroll remediation/enhancement, time and attendance system enhancement, business continuity SWAT teams and coordination of M&A projects. This role will report to the Director, Global COE Payroll Operations.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build strong relationships with key US stakeholders to understand, capture and analyze business needs and improvement opportunities

• Responsible for delivering a smooth transition on US region M&A activity

• Coordinate compliance related activities including conducting review with key stakeholders to confirm technology access needs

• Assist project manager for key payroll, time-keeping and M&A projects, including but not limited to developing and monitoring the project plan, participating in project meetings and handling project related communications.

• Partner with the payroll and tax processing team during projects in M&A and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Identify opportunities for and implement continuous improvement and transformational projects

• Work with key stakeholders and payroll operations to understand, capture and analyze business needs and improvement opportunities.

• Communicate project status and escalate issues to M&A and payroll leadership as appropriate.

• Ensure colleague experience with Payroll through M&A Activity

• Driving US region execution and deliverables in Global Payroll projects and initiatives

• Support Time and attendance harmonization and system implementation for US, understanding manufacturing landscape and requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree with at five years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with three years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree with eight years of relevant experience; OR Ph.D. with 0 years of experience; OR 10 years of relevant experience with a high school diploma or equivalent 

• Experience with global shared services end-to-end processes and M&A initiatives

• Experience in payroll operations or payroll consulting

• Excellent influence and communication skills, able to facilitate communication session with senior HR and business leaders, understand cultural differences

• Good analytical skills and able to assess and propose process solutions

• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality

• Team oriented: strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders

• Ability to collaborate several projects simultaneously

• Experience working on multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating a pragmatic approach and results orientation

• Self-motivated

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in large organizations shared services environment with presence in multiple regions

• Experience on M&A projects and/or re-organizations

• Basic knowledge of payroll tax and compliance requirements

• Knowledge on T&A and Payroll Systems and HCM (Workday): ADP Payroll, eTime and WFM, Kronos

• Prior experience in large time and attendance implementation / upgrade projects

• Experience leading processing or project teams

• Experience with HR manufacturing

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

10% Travel could be needed - project related

Work Location Assignment: 

• Must be able to work in Pfizer Tampa office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business

• May need to work non-standard hours depending on projects / payroll cycles assigned and payroll processing schedule.

Last day to apply: December 19th 2023

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $65,400.00 to $109,000.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies to the Tampa, FL location only. The salary range provided does not apply to any other United States location or locations outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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