International Payroll Analyst

The role is part of Global HR Services function in more details, it’s a part of Global payroll and Time Team lead by Helen Ånestrand. International Payroll Analyst reports to International Payroll Lead.

The role is working with the monthly payroll processes for international assignee's and the related annual tax return process. The role is accountable to provide a smooth process between the Global Mobility Team, EY and local payrolls, handle partner concerns and provide overall coordination.

At AstraZeneca, we are united by a common purpose: to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. Every day, we make a difference by delivering potentially life-changing medicines to millions of people worldwide. Our purpose is results-oriented and so is our approach. Becoming a more agile and creative company means building a dynamic, inspiring culture where we celebrate diverse, bold thinking, are curious, creative, and open to new insights and ways of working.

Job Description:

As a part of Global Payroll &Time Team, you will be accountable to provide a smooth process between the Global Mobility Team, EY and local payroll Teams to ensure correct payroll delivery for international assignees.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring an up-to-date and accurate database of international assignees compensation data is maintained and that relevant data provided to key stakeholders and third parties as required
• Running monthly reports based on the data input prepared by Global Mobility Team and sharing the data with EY to ensure successful service delivery.
• Comparing the Payroll instructions from EY vs. Payroll results from Local Payroll Teams and reviewing the discrepancies.
• Collecting compensation data from countries on request from EY to support tax filling process.
• Acting as an expert resource and problem solver with the global payroll area.
• Managing international assignment, complex tier 3 payroll incidents and complaints – reviewing and solving actions and raise either internally or externally as appropriate.
• Collaborating internally with Global mobility Team, Local Payroll Teams, Finance Team and Global Benefits Team to ensure timeliness and accuracy for payroll processing

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Min. 2 years of experience in processing a payroll for various countries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – English at C1/C2 level.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office software, especially Excel.
• Strong problem solving, details orientation and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required (Finance, Human Resources or similar preferred)
• Background in a transactional service environment with experience of operating complex processes to agreed service levels and issue resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently/virtually as well as in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of colleagues and management.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain highly confidential information.
• International and multi countries' experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of global payroll including tax and social security treatment
• Knowledge of Global Mobility policy and processes
• Knowledge of Spanish or French

We offer:

• International working environment
• Full time employment contract with salary corresponding to qualifications
• Independent rile and flexible working hours
• Benefit package including Generali life insurance, pension plan, Luxmed healthcare, Multisport card, Edenred lunch card.
• Additional vacation days
• Continuous professional development and global career opportunities

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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