Payroll Specialist, People Services (US) at AstraZeneca

Guadalajara, jalisco, Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Operations, Compliance, Issue Resolution, Tax Focus, Time & Attendance, Enablement & Training, Projects & Analytics, Analytical Skills, Communication, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Excel Proficiency, Workday Payroll, HR Operations, US Payroll Tax Law, Problem Solving

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

About AstraZeneca At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life‑changing medicines. Joining our team means thinking big, collaborating across disciplines, and shaping what’s next. We’re driven by science and a shared purpose: to make a meaningful difference for patients around the world. Role Overview As a Payroll Analyst on the US Payroll Team, you will help deliver accurate, timely, and compliant payroll for approximately 18,000 employees across multiple legal entities in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, with bi‑weekly, semi‑monthly, and monthly pay cycles. This role is ideal for early talent with strong English skills and a willingness to learn US payroll tax law and regulations. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, receive structured training, and work with mentors who will help you build a career in payroll, HR operations, and tax compliance. What You’ll Do Payroll Operations: Translate business requests into mass upload templates, submit inputs to our payroll vendor, and verify accurate processing using auditing procedures. Compliance & Controls: Apply federal, state, and local regulations to ensure compliant payroll, including garnishments, overpayment recovery, and tax withholdings. Issue Resolution: Respond to payroll tickets and employee inquiries, research and resolve pay issues, and analyze timekeeping data (especially for non‑exempt/hourly employees). Tax Focus: Review and approve system updates impacting tax reporting and withholdings; research and resolve payroll tax issues; stay current on regulatory changes; ensure accurate taxation of earnings and deductions. Time & Attendance: Verify hours and data submission, review reports, prepare discrepancy reports, and follow up with leaders on missing information. Enablement & Training: Provide clear guidance to managers and team members on Payroll and Time & Attendance processes; train new team members on T&A systems. Projects & Analytics: Support special projects, conduct ad‑hoc analysis, and contribute to critical HR initiatives that enhance payroll excellence. What You’ll Learn US Payroll & Tax Foundations: Build a practical understanding of federal, state, and local taxes, garnishments, and payroll controls across multiple jurisdictions. HR Systems & Tools: Gain experience with enterprise platforms (e.g., Workday Payroll/HCM) and advance your Excel skills for data analysis and reporting. Quality & Risk Management: Learn how audit controls, reconciliations, and vendor governance ensure accuracy and compliance at scale. Communication & Stakeholder Management: Develop confidence in responding to employee questions and advising managers on payroll and timekeeping topics. Who You Are Detail‑oriented with strong analytical skills and a passion for accuracy. Curious and proactive, eager to learn US payroll regulations and apply them in real‑world scenarios. Clear communicator in English, comfortable handling written and verbal inquiries. Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and meets deadlines. Requirements Education: High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Technical Skills: High proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP). Certifications: FPC or CPP payroll certifications preferred (we support learning paths toward certification). Systems Experience: Experience with Workday Payroll and/or HCM preferred. Why Join Us Structured onboarding and mentorship to accelerate your growth. Skill‑building opportunities in US payroll tax compliance, audit, and HR systems. Impact at scale by supporting payroll for a diverse, nationwide workforce. Inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Date Posted 14-Nov-2025 Closing Date 30-Nov-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Responsibilities

As a Payroll Analyst, you will ensure accurate and compliant payroll for approximately 18,000 employees across multiple states. You will handle payroll operations, compliance, issue resolution, and support various payroll-related projects.