Senior Analyst, Payroll (12 months limited fixed term contract)
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Job Summary
This job posting is for an existing vacancy in the organization
Job Purpose
In the position of Senior Analyst Payroll within our Global Business Services team you will take on a critical role in supporting payroll operations for Canada and assisting with the U.S. payroll process. You will collaborate closely with our external payroll vendor to ensure payroll services are delivered accurately timely and in compliance with legal and company requirements. You will help safeguard payroll data integrity manage the flow of payroll inputs and partner with stakeholders across the business to drive operational excellence.
Your contributions will support employee satisfaction and financial accuracy while also strengthening our partnership with payroll service providers. Additionally you will assist with payroll accounting activities support audits and reconciliations and participate in payroll-related projects and improvements.
Responsibilities:
Manage the end-to-end payroll processing cycle for Canada including data collection validation processing and reconciliation in partnership with an external payroll vendor.
Ensure compliance with federal and provincial legislation and company policies.
Serve as the Canadian Payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME) interpreting legislative changes and providing guidance to HR and Finance team.
Support U.S Payroll operations as required
Collect validate and analyze payroll inputs including time and attendance benefits and compensation changes.
Perform payroll accounting reconciliations audits and reporting with payroll vendors and internal stakeholders
Prepare and deliver payroll reports and analysis for internal management and external regulatory requirements
Provide exceptional service to employees and stakeholders resolving payroll inquiries promptly.
Collaborate with GBS HR and Finance teams on system testing data integrity and system integrations.
Support audit and compliance reviews ensuring readiness and accuracy.
Provide backup coverage for other payroll operations as needed.
Perform company business in compliance with relevant regulations company policies and procedures.
All other duties required.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field.
Canadian Payroll Association Certification PCP designation
Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) is considered an asset
Experience including # of years
Minimum 3-5 years of full-cycle Canadian payroll experience preferably within a shared services (GBS/SSC/BPO) or multinational environment
Demonstrated expertise in multi-province payroll
Strong working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation statutory deductions and taxable benefits
Experience working with payroll vendors and payroll systems; familiarity with ERP systems.
Skills
Deep understanding of payroll controls compliance and audit accuracy
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables lookups reconciliations)
Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills with a high attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to partner effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Language
Fluent in English both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively cross-functionally. Proficiency in French an asset.
Direct Reports:
None
Additional Information:
The Base compensation range for this role is: $69000 - $90000
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Why Biogen
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver life-changing medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds cultures and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about our DE&I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status race color national origin ancestry ethnicity religion age veteran status disability genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
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Senior IC
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About Company
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patients lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, ... View more
