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Job Function:
Finance
Job Sub Function:
Payroll
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Shanghai, China
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Payroll Senior Analyst , located in China
The Payroll Senior Analyst is responsible for delivering timely, accurate, and compliant payroll by being a subject matter expert (SME) to assigned complex payroll processes for designated countries/regions, ensuring adherence to global standards, statutory requirements, internal controls, and service-level commitments. The Senior Analyst will drive continuous improvement, mentor analysts, support audit and system enhancements, and partner with cross‑functional teams to improve accuracy, efficiency, and payroll experience. The Senior Analyst will work closely with the Payroll Senior Team Lead in planning and managing operational and project deliverables.
1. PayrollOperations & Administration
2. Compliance, Controls & Documentation
3. Continuous Improvement, SystemTesting, Projects
4. Leadership & Team Support
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.
Johnson & 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.
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Required Skills:
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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