About Astellas:
At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people.
We are tackling the toughest health challenges putting the patient at the heart of every move we make.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We have developed ground-breaking, innovative medicines in immunology, oncology and urology. Our medicines are extending and saving the lives of cancer patients, making transplantation possible and improving the quality of life for those living with conditions where needs are often overlooked.
We take a patient-focused approach, that allows us to convert brilliant early science into treatments and solutions that directly improve and save patients’ lives.
From lab to clinic to patient, we focus on the most promising science, empower the best talent to pursue it, and develop life-changing solutions alongside the best partners.
The Opportunity:
As a Payroll Advisor at Astellas Pharma, you play a crucial role in overseeing and managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and providing expert support to both employees and management on all payroll-related matters. Your contributions directly impact our mission to improve lives worldwide through innovative healthcare solutions. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values your growth and well-being, fostering an environment where your work truly changes lives.
You will be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients.
Hybrid Working:
At Astellas, we recognise that our employees enjoy having a balance between their professional and home lives. We are proud of our hybrid approach which empowers you to have flexibility on whether to work from home or in the office.
Key Activities for this role:
- Audit bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Monitor and manage payroll issues, escalating as necessary to maintain smooth operations.
- Review and process annual tax submissions, ensuring timely and accurate filings.
- Manage relationships with third-party providers to guarantee timely and precise payroll processing. Support the execution of reward-related administration in close collaboration with the Reward Centre of Excellence.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
- Significant experience in payroll administration or advisory roles.
- Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax law, and labor law.
- Proven track record of managing regional payrolls and processes effectively.
- Proficiency in payroll software, including SAP, with expertise in MS Office (especially Excel and Access).
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
Preferred Experience:
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification or equivalent
- Experience with multi-state or international payroll processes.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and a strong analytical mindset.
Educations/Qualifications:
- A degree in a relevant field or equivalent.
Additional Information:
- This is a permanent, full-time position.
- Location: Warsaw, Poland.
- This position follows our hybrid working model. The role requires a blend of home and minimum 2-3 days per week in our local office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
What We Offer:
- A challenging and diversified job in an international setting.
- Opportunity and support for continuous development.
- Inspiring work climate.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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