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Associate Payroll

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Associate Payroll

Pfizer

Costa Rica - Escazu

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On-site

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Full-time

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2w ago

Required Skills

Payroll Processing

Accounting

Data Validation

Compliance

English Communication

Role Summary

The Payroll Associate – Output Team is responsible for the timely and accurate execution of all payroll output activities and operations for assigned payroll processes. Working as a part of a broader payroll team, the Payroll Associate ensures a compliant payroll aligned with regulatory and company standards.

This role supports audit, handles payroll issues, prepares detailed reports and works closely with PX, Finance and external vendors to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute assigned payroll processes in accordance with established procedures and timelines

  • Perform post‑payroll audits, including review of payroll outputs and basic variance checks

  • Validate basic wages, taxes, and deductions against expected results

  • Prepare, produce, distribute, and validate standard post‑payroll reports and files

  • Execute routine payroll controls and compliance checks using established audit checklists

  • Document and track identified issues and escalate discrepancies according to guidelines

  • Support routine month‑end, quarter‑end, and annual payroll activities

  • Maintain accurate payroll records, documentation, and audit trails

  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner, escalating complex issues as needed

  • Collaborate with PX and Finance partners to support day‑to‑day payroll operations

  • Serve as backup support for other team members as required

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or related field required

  • 1-2 years of payroll, accounting or human resources experience

  • Knowledge and experience of payroll calculation and processing

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

  • Able to communicate effectively in English (spoken & written) with colleagues at all levels of the organization

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with multi-country (multi-state) or international payroll processing

  • Experience with payroll software (e.g. ADP, Workday, SAP)

  • Certified Payroll Professional, or similar professional designation

  • Ability to speak multiple (additional) languages is a plus

OTHER

May need to work non-standard hours depending on countries / payroll cycles assigned and payroll processing schedule.

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, or disability.

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About Pfizer

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Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation headquartered at The Spiral in Manhattan, New York City. Founded in 1849 in New York by German entrepreneurs Charles Pfizer (1824–1906) and Charles F.

10,001+

Employees

New York City

Headquarters

Reviews

3.4

2 reviews

Work Life Balance

2.0

Compensation

3.5

Culture

1.5

Career

2.0

Management

1.5

15%

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Pros

Big name company reputation

Hands-on testing exposure

Higher salary offering

Cons

Poor recruitment process

Repetitive work tasks

Contract instability

Salary Ranges

0 data points

Junior/L3

L3

Junior/L3 · Data Scientist

0 reports

$206,250

total / year

Base

$160,000

Stock

$6,250

Bonus

$40,000

$175,313

$237,188

Interview Experience

3 interviews

Difficulty

2.7

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Interview Process

1

Application Review

2

HR Screen

3

HireVue Video Interview

4

Phone/Video Interview

5

Group Interview

6

Final Decision

Common Questions

Behavioral/STAR

Culture Fit

Past Experience

Motivation for Role