Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Position Summary:Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an experienced Payroll professional to support and oversee the end-to-end processing of U.S. and Canada payrolls utilizing ADP Global View and Workday. This role ensures accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery while serving as a key resource for payroll analysis, system coordination, and employee support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute weekly and biweekly payroll processing for U.S. and Canada employees using ADP Global View and Workday.
• Ensure accurate compensation for new hires, terminations, salary changes, and other employee lifecycle events.
• Process complex payroll transactions including commissions, bonuses, stock compensation, and other exception payments.
• Coordinate, validate, and consolidate payroll input files for system uploads.
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and compliance risks prior to payroll finalization.
• Research and resolve employee payroll inquiries, providing clear and detailed responses in a timely manner.
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and internal controls related to payroll processing.
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Drive process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency, accuracy, and controls.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including U.S. and/or Canada payroll processing.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Global View and Workday.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
• Experience managing payroll in a large, multi-state environment.
• Experience supporting SOX controls or payroll audits.