Payroll Specialist

Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Payroll Specialist

This position will be based in Prague and mainly support payrolls operations for central EU countries.

Who We Are

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

What You Will Do

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring all payrolls are delivered timely, accurately, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. 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 Specialist 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 Specialist role will report into the Cluster Payroll Lead for the Germany cluster (who is based in Prague)

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.
• May review and validate Payroll Specialist or Payroll Coordinator 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 (ADP) 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)
• Coach and mentor payroll staff level resources in the cluster
• Support payroll projects and cross-functional projects with payroll dependency

Qualifications

What We Are Looking For

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required
• A minimum of 1 year plus of prior experience in payroll processing / payroll operations is required
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing in Czech Republic and/or Central European countries (processes, regulations, vendor landscape, etc.)
• Prior Experience with payroll processes, procedures, controls, regulations, and compliance is preferred
• English language proficiency is required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail a must.
• Open-minded individual who embraces improvements and thrives on generating new ideas, especially in environments where processes are still evolving.
• 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 multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, be curious and an open-minded person
• Advanced Excel as this is our main tool
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully work with internal stakeholders and colleagues to contribute ideas, identify opportunities, and contribute to positive outcomes.
• 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 Benefit Package
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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