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Bogotá, Distrito Capital, ColombiaJohnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Payroll DPS Senior Analyst located in Bogota, Colombia.
The PayrollSeniorAnalystis responsible fordeliveringtimely,accurate, and compliant payrollbybeing a subject matter expert(SME)toassignedcomplex payroll processesfor designated countries/regions, ensuringadherenceto globalstandards,statutory requirements, internal controls, and service-level commitments.The Senior Analystwill drive continuous improvement, mentoranalysts, support auditand system enhancements,andpartner with cross‑functional teams to improve accuracy, efficiency, and payroll experienceThe Senior Analyst willwork closely with the Payroll Senior Team Lead inplanningand managingoperationaland projectdeliverables
Key Responsibilities
PayrollOperations & Administration
Process andvalidatecomplex payroll transactions, reports, and requestsfor assigned countries/regions,in alignment with global standards and country-specific requirements.
Prepare, reconcile, and review payroll reports;validatestatutory payments and third-party disbursementsas applicable.
Investigate,resolveand document complex payroll issuesandemployee inquiries Support escalations and engage with agencies or vendors as needed.
Monitorpayroll mailboxes and manage cases and inquiries through service management tools.
Buildstrongrelationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
Compliance, Controls & Documentation
Execute tasks in compliance with SOX requirements, internal controls, audit procedures, and country legislation.
Lead/support auditsby supplying requested records and evidencein a timely manner
Ensure regular review andupdateofpayroll documentationincluding SOPs,process guides, workinstructions
Uphold confidentiality and ensure adherence to data privacy regulations.
Continuous Improvement, SystemTesting, Projects
Identifyand leadcontinuous improvement opportunitiesfor process optimization, automation, and standardization
Analyzeimpactofprocess and system changesLead/support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and verification of system changes, releases, and vendor/system upgrades
Collaborate with internalpartners(HR, Finance, IT)andthird-party payroll providers on operational and project-related activities
Leadership & Team Support
Mentor and coach Payroll Analysts and junior team members.
AssistSenior Team Leadin taskand resourceplanning, project execution, and daily operations.
Supportresource onboarding and knowledge transfer activities.
Qualifications
RequiredQualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, HR,finance,accounting, or related field
Minimum3-5years of relevant experience in HR or finance/payroll operations, preferably in a sharedservices or multinational environment.
1–2 years of leadership, mentoring, or coaching experience.
Strongknowledgeand understandingof payroll processing conceptsandstatutory payroll requirements
Proficiencywith payroll and HR systems (SAP and/or Workday preferred; ADP and other payroll systemsadvantageous).
Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel(pivot tables, lookups, basic macros)and common Microsoft Office tools.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with case management or ticketing tools.
ExcellentEnglish verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solvingand analytical skills.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
High degree of confidentiality andadherence todata privacyand internal controls.
Customer-focused with strong stakeholder management skills.
Collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships.
Adaptable to multiple cultures and cross-functional interactions.
PreferredQualifications
Experience supportingregionalpayroll processes.
Experience with timekeeping systems or case management tools.
Payroll certifications
Experience working withexternalpayroll providers (e.g., ADP,EY, Deloitte)
Familiarity with SOX and business control frameworks, desktop procedures, andknowledge-managementpractices.
Prior experience in continuous improvement initiatives, automation tools (e.g., Alteryx), or payroll reporting tools.
We arean Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability.
Johnson & Johnsonannounced plans to separate ourOrthopaedicsbusiness toestablisha standaloneorthopaedicscompany,operatingas DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation isanticipatedto be completed within 18 to24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with workscouncilsand other employee representative bodies, as may berequired, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it isanticipatedthat, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuySynthesand your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes atan appropriate timeand subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Johnson & Johnsonisan Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal,stateor local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who areprotectedveterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to requestan accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contactAskGSto be directed to your accommodation resource.
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Preferred Skills:
Business Behavior, Coaching, Communication, Data Capturing, Data Reporting, Detail-Oriented, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Internal Controls, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Software, Payroll Taxes, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Professional Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Service Excellence, Time Management
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