Senior Manager, Us Payroll

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, MD, US
Base: $110,297.60 to $165,446.40; bonus/equity: sh...
Us payroll operations management
Workday hcm and payroll expertise
Multi-state tax compliance knowledge
This role leads the strategic optimization of a complex US payroll landscape serving over 18,000 employees across all 50 states

Job Summary

  • This role leads the strategic optimization of a complex US payroll landscape serving over 18,000 employees across all 50 states.
  • The position requires deep expertise in Workday Payroll integration with AI tools like Power Automate and Copilot to drive efficiency.
  • Candidates will benefit from a collaborative culture that values kindness alongside ambition while working on life-changing medicines.

Matching Summary

This role leads the strategic optimization of a complex US payroll landscape serving over 18,000 employees across all 50 states.

Salary

Base: $110,297.60 to $165,446.40; Bonus/Equity: Short-term incentive bonuses and equity-based awards available; Benefits: Qualified retirement programs, PTO, health, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • US Payroll Operations Management
  • Workday HCM and Payroll Expertise
  • Multi-state Tax Compliance Knowledge
  • SOX Control and Audit Readiness
  • Team Leadership and Development

Nice-to-have

  • International Assignee Payroll Experience
  • Canada Payroll Knowledge
  • Power BI and Automation Tools
  • Global Regulated Environment Experience
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset

Key Requirements

  • 8-10 years progressive US payroll experience
  • 3-5 years leading a payroll team or function
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field
  • Hands-on experience with Workday Time and Absence
  • Proven ability to manage multi-entity payrolls

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