Senior Associate, Payroll at PIMCO

Newport Beach, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial Services, Investment ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 4+ years of HR and international payroll experience, with specific experience in U.S. and Asia Pacific payrolls
Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as Workday Payroll, ADP Streamline and/or ADP Celergo; including exposure to system implementations and conversions
Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
Self-motivated, proactive and capable of working independently in a dynamic environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Knowledge of payroll best practices, federal and state regulations
Strong interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities and adaptability
Experience with expatriate and partnership payroll administration a plus
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar HR/payroll certification a plus

Responsibilities

Support the timely and accurate processing of monthly payrolls for 3-4 countries in the Asia Pacific region and operational support for payrolls in the Americas
Perform regular data and system audits to ensure data integrity and compliance
Collaborate with payroll team and vendors to identify system enhancements, formulate requirements and participate in testing
Partner with cross-functional teams (HR, Accounting, Finance, IT, etc.) to identify and implement process improvements, driving operational excellence and risk mitigation
Respond to payroll inquiries from management, employees and third party vendors in a professional and timely manner
Assist the Payroll Manager with Workday and ADP systems projects, including business process changes and system implementations
Stay current on payroll regulations, compliance requirements and best practices
Provide operational support during cross-training initiatives and payroll-related projects

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Payroll ProcessingData AuditsSystem EnhancementsProcess ImprovementsComplianceCross-functional CollaborationHR OperationsVendor Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What salary is offered for the Senior Associate, Payroll position?

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Is this a remote position or what is the location requirement?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need a minimum of 4+ years of HR and international payroll experience, specifically in U.S. and Asia Pacific payrolls, hands-on experience with payroll systems like Workday Payroll, ADP Streamline and/or ADP Celergo including implementations, and strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

What is the company culture like at PIMCO?

PIMCO has a high-performance inclusive culture that celebrates diverse thinking, invests in its people, and is guided by CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence.

What makes a strong candidate for this payroll role?

Strong candidates will have 4+ years of international payroll experience in U.S. and Asia Pacific, hands-on expertise with Workday and ADP systems including implementations, and demonstrate self-motivation, proactivity, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across global teams.