Join our dynamic team as a Payroll Manager, where your expertise in leading operational teams and managing performance will make a significant impact.

Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, blending the comfort of your home office with the vibrant atmosphere of our Lodz office.

• Monitor payroll operations to ensure effective, accurate and timely execution of all operational activities.
• Maintain internal controls relating to payroll practices and records and monitor these on a continuing basis.
• Develop, implement, and update payroll procedures necessary to comply with Takeda corporate policies and governmental agency regulations.
• Conceives and implements process enhancements to increase the efficiency and satisfaction with payroll operations.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure delivery of quality services and resolve operational problems.
• Participates in cross-departmental and corporate groups designed to implement or improve payroll programs and services.
• Manages current resources to identify and develop cross coverage and clear business continuity plans.
• Completion of all SOX governance checklist and control requirements for the Payroll Operations Hub.
• Ensure all equity transactions processed are tracked with status reported to the Payroll COE in accordance with local tax regulations.
• Compile, report, and track all payroll metrics monthly.
• Support metric improvement initiatives with the hub team.
• Schedule, facilitate and participate in payroll-related meetings and presentations.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting to internal and external agencies, e.g. Payroll COE, Revenue, etc.
• Review employee and payroll related payments.
• Work with other TBS / HR functions to ensure consistent and accurate flow of information.
• Lead in regular audits.
• Ensure a consistent focus and involvement in driving efficiencies and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent
• 7+ years of experience in a payroll position
• 3+years of experience supervising an operational payroll team, including the ability to display leadership, motivate and develop a high performing team.
• Deep understanding of payroll principles, concepts, industry practices and standards
• Understanding of equity and mobility programs
• Knowledge of HR policies and procedures
• Strong Excel skills
• Strategic mindset and the ability to deliver change successfully.
• Business fluency in English

Desirable

• Experience in HR Operations, OR Shared Services, OR HR functional experience.
• Knowledge of Workday
• Payroll certification.