Payroll Specialist

Philip Morris International U.S.•Tampa, FL

6d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist supports end-to-end payroll operations in a large, complex, multi-entity environment for a publicly traded global organization. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple pay groups and systems, performing validations, reconciliations, and compliance activities. The position partners cross-functionally to resolve issues, analyze discrepancies, and drive continuous improvements in payroll accuracy, controls, and efficiency.

Requirements

3–5 years of payroll experience in complex, high-volume environments (3,000+ employees)
Experience working within a publicly traded company environment
Hands-on experience with ADP enterprise payroll platforms
Experience managing multi-entity payrolls with multiple pay groups and frequencies
Experience with SuccessFactors and timekeeping systems (e.g., UKG, Kronos, or ADP WFM)
Strong knowledge of payroll controls, reconciliations, audits, and compliance requirements
Advanced Excel skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a global organization
Background in payroll system implementations, migrations, or transformations
Exposure to SOX controls, payroll audits, or financial controls
CPP certification or experience with tools such as ServiceNow, SharePoint, or SAP

Responsibilities

Process and validate payroll transactions (hires, terminations, changes, bonuses, off-cycle payments)
Support weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles across multiple entities and pay groups
Execute payroll controls, including gross-to-net reviews, variance analysis, and audits
Perform payroll balancing, reconciliations, and data validation prior to finalization
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
Analyze payroll data trends and perform root cause analysis on recurring issues
Generate reports and support payroll accounting and reconciliation activities
Assist with payroll tax support, including inquiries, notices, and adjustments
Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors on payroll operations
Participate in system testing, enhancements, and process improvement initiatives