Senior Specialist, Payroll Accounting – North America

Ipsen • Cambridge, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Specialist, Payroll Accounting – North America will support the North America Payroll team by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll and related payroll accounting activities. The role is responsible for preparing payroll entries and accruals, completing account reconciliations, and maintaining payroll records in accordance with company policies and audit requirements. Working closely with Payroll, Human Resources, and Finance, this position helps ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and payroll-related financial information is recorded and reported in a timely manner.

Requirements

• 3+ years hands on processing payroll with hourly and exempt employees
• 3+ years preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations
• 1+ years working with ADP, preferably Workforce Now
• Advanced Excel skills including common formulas (i.e. VLookup, IF statements, Pivot Tables, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related field experience
• Fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

• Must work well in a team environment and have a willingness to collaborate and share ideas
• Excellent analytical skills are required, including the ability to effectively communicate complex technical materials and concepts in a non-technical manner
• Ability to hold information confidential
• CPP Preferred

Responsibilities

• Process end to end payroll for a workforce of 700+ hourly and salaried employees across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Review and reconcile payroll transactions, HR system changes, earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits
• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries, general ledger interface files, and monthly accruals, including salaries, bonuses, taxes, and benefits
• Perform monthly payroll account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support month-end and year-end close activities by providing payroll accounting and reporting support
• Maintain payroll records, files, and supporting documentation in accordance with audit and compliance requirements
• Assist with internal and external audits and respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees, HR, and Finance
• Participate in payroll, HRIS, and Finance projects, identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency
• Serve as backup for Payroll Manager responsibilities during absences.
• Perform other payroll and accounting-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Focus on transformative medicines in Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience
• Global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K.
• Workplace that champions human-centric leadership
• Culture of collaboration, excellence and impact
• Empowerment for individuals to be their true selves, grow and thrive
• Sustainable growth
• Positive impact on patients and society
• Commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities
• Support for individuals requiring adjustments or support during the application process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior