Payroll Analyst / Sr Payroll Analyst

About PPD:

PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and life cycle management services. At PPD, we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose- to improve health!

About the Department:

Our colleagues in Corporate Payroll strive for excellence in every task, at every moment. We are game changers seeking improvements to processes and more efficient ways of working or adapting to changing financial and industry environments.

About the Position:

The Payroll Analyst (or Senior Payroll Analyst) leads payroll processing activities and special highly visible payroll runs, including semi-monthly extract procedures and reporting, ensuring accurate and efficient data processing. He/she analyzes and facilitates data requests and documentation for internal and external auditors, department, and senior management; and conducts and ensures thorough testing for system upgrades, enhancements, and procedural changes.

About our Culture, Career Advancement and Benefits:

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and well-being of our employees.

Job Description:Leads payroll process, as scheduled, while ensuring employees are paid correctly, with proper deductions taken and calculated.Leads year-end and start-up processes.Leads the tasks of other staff associated with the payroll processing cycle.Assists with employee mass communications from the department.Analyzes data within the time keeping system for semi- monthly payroll processes, reporting, and system testing and enhancement updates.Develops test cases and conducts system testing for system upgrade projects and patches, and updates written procedural documentation for payroll systems and related interfaces.Ensures thorough payroll testing for system upgrades or enhancements as needed.Extracts and analyzes data for validation and documentation requests by internal and external auditors and responds to ad-hoc report requests by the department or senior management.Communicates with management regarding any issues and recommended changes in methods or procedures to improve the efficiency and productivity of payroll processes.About PPD:

PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and life cycle management services. At PPD, we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose- to improve health!

About the Department:

Our colleagues in Corporate Payroll strive for excellence in every task, at every moment. We are game changers seeking improvements to processes and more efficient ways of working or adapting to changing financial and industry environments.

About the Position:

The Payroll Analyst (or Senior Payroll Analyst) leads payroll processing activities and special highly visible payroll runs, including semi-monthly extract procedures and reporting, ensuring accurate and efficient data processing. He/she analyzes and facilitates data requests and documentation for internal and external auditors, department, and senior management; and conducts and ensures thorough testing for system upgrades, enhancements, and procedural changes.

About our Culture, Career Advancement and Benefits:

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and well-being of our employees.

Job Description:Leads payroll process, as scheduled, while ensuring employees are paid correctly, with proper deductions taken and calculated.Leads year-end and start-up processes.Leads the tasks of other staff associated with the payroll processing cycle.Assists with employee mass communications from the department.Analyzes data within the time keeping system for semi- monthly payroll processes, reporting, and system testing and enhancement updates.Develops test cases and conducts system testing for system upgrade projects and patches, and updates written procedural documentation for payroll systems and related interfaces.Ensures thorough payroll testing for system upgrades or enhancements as needed.Extracts and analyzes data for validation and documentation requests by internal and external auditors and responds to ad-hoc report requests by the department or senior management.Communicates with management regarding any issues and recommended changes in methods or procedures to improve the efficiency and productivity of payroll processes.Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years).

Solid understanding of complex payroll processes, procedures, and issues

Proficiency in large-scale payroll/HR information systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Oracle Payroll/HR SuiteExcellent computer and calculation skillsDemonstrated ability to appropriately manage confidential informationDemonstrated knowledge of advanced database applications (e.g. Microsoft Access, Oracle SQL, etc.), report writers, and Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skillsStrong analytical and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated customer service orientation and ability to provide service and remain focused in a demanding environmentStrong attention to detailDemonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with all levels of employees and work as part of a teamPPD values the health and well being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. May require very minimal travelPPD Defining Principles:

- We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust - We are game changers - We do the right thing - We are one PPD

If you resonate with our five principles above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we would love to hear from you.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years).

Solid understanding of complex payroll processes, procedures, and issues

Proficiency in large-scale payroll/HR information systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Oracle Payroll/HR SuiteExcellent computer and calculation skillsDemonstrated ability to appropriately manage confidential informationDemonstrated knowledge of advanced database applications (e.g. Microsoft Access, Oracle SQL, etc.), report writers, and Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skillsStrong analytical and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated customer service orientation and ability to provide service and remain focused in a demanding environmentStrong attention to detailDemonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with all levels of employees and work as part of a teamPPD values the health and well being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. May require very minimal travelPPD Defining Principles:

- We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust - We are game changers - We do the right thing - We are one PPD

If you resonate with our five principles above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we would love to hear from you.