Job Information
J&J Family of Companies Payroll Analyst (m/f/d) in North Rhine Westphalia, Germany
Payroll Analyst (m/f/d) - 2407018749W
Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:
Payroll Analyst (m/w/d)
This position will be based in Germany and mainly support Germany payrolls operations.
Position Summary
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring all payrolls are delivered timely, accurately, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements in the Germany cluster. This role will maintain processes to support the preparation of payroll processing, including data collection, data validations, reviewing and approving payroll results, and supporting employee and manager inquiries. The Payroll Analyst role will be responsible for supporting the Cluster Payroll Lead with the development and maintenance of payroll requirements, practices, and procedures for the country, as well as ensuring accurate and updated documentation of these requirements. This role will also support the Cluster Payroll Lead on interactions with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. HR, Finance, third party payroll provider, etc.).
The Payroll Analyst role will report into the Cluster Payroll Lead for the Germany cluster, which also includes the following countries: Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Latvia, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland and Ukraine. This position will be responsible for a sub-set of country payrolls in the cluster.
Key Responsibilities
Processing of country payroll inputs using the country specific payroll vendor template(s) and ensuring the timely and accurate processing of all payroll cycles
Manage payroll inputs related to base pay, disability and leaves, work schedule changes, new hires, employee movement, separations (final pay, severance), organization changes (e.g. M&A), job and pay changes and one-time payment requests with third party payroll provider or in-house payroll processing team. Typically works on more complicated and/or sensitive transactions
Support Cluster Payroll Lead with collaboration across HR in-country and other functions to ensure all data is complete and received within payroll deadlines for processing
Manage payroll calculation process with third-party payroll provider or in-house processing team
Support the development of internal and external communications for specific payroll processes
Ensuring month-end, quarter-end and year-end payroll returns are complete, accurate and submitted to Government agencies, in a timely manner
Responsible for annual payroll calendar, payroll elements, year-end updates and proactively communicate to HR/management/employees as appropriate
Make recommendations to Cluster Payroll Lead on payroll administration topics for countries in the cluster
Liaison with payroll vendor (TPV) regarding upgrades/changes to payroll system when required
Execute, in accordance with globally established standards, processes for SOX compliance, internal controls and required regulatory/statutory requirements (including payroll record data maintenance)
Update and maintain payroll process and administration documentation
Serve as the owner for audits (both internal and external)
Support payroll projects and cross-functional projects with payroll dependency
Qualifications
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required
A minimum of 3-5 years of prior experience in payroll processing / payroll operations is required
Strong knowledge of payroll processing in Germany is required (processes, regulations, vendor landscape, etc.)
Prior Experience with payroll processes, procedures, controls, regulations, and compliance is preferred
Knowledge on German wage taxation / taxable advantages to assure tax compliance on meals, events, gifts in kind and company cars
English language proficiency is required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail is a must
A high degree of confidentiality, data protection assurance, conformity with Kenvue policies, procedures, external regulations, and agencies is required
A sense of urgency in resolving customer requests and an ability to work under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines
Knowledge and/or experience with leading third-party payroll providers (NGA, SDWorx, etc.), Kronos, Salesforce Service Cloud, Workday is preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) desirable
Cultural awareness and an ability to work with a multitude of people across Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Latvia, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland and Ukraine
Prior experience in a multi-national company, and/or experience in a Service Center Environment preferred
Knowledge and/or experience with Knowledge Management artifacts such as Desktop Procedures (DTPs) is preferred
What’s in it for you
Competitive Remuneration Package
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Amazing and diverse team
Culture of data-based decision making, external focus and excellence in execution
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Primary Location Europe/Middle East/Africa-Germany-North Rhine Westphalia-Rhein-Kreis Neuss
Other Locations Europe/Middle East/Africa-Germany-North Rhine Westphalia-Düsseldorf, Europe/Middle East/Africa-Germany-North Rhine Westphalia-Cologne
Job Function Finance
Organization : Johnson & Johnson GmbH
Req ID: 2407018749W