Job Description:
• Operate as a subject matter expert providing technical, analytical, accounting, taxation, and reporting support to the Payroll function for Novo Nordisk Inc. and supported affiliates
• Coordinate payroll-related accounting, taxation, budgeting, and reconciliation processes to ensure compliance with company policy, GAAP, and federal, state, local (and where applicable international) regulations
• Support end-to-end payroll preparation/processing, tax reporting, payroll systems maintenance and controls, and resolution of complex payroll issues
• Process biweekly and off-cycle payroll accurately and on time, including complex adjustments, disability-related payments, and vendor file integrations
• Maintain payroll compliance with company policies, SOX controls, and applicable regulations
• Manage payroll tax, accounting, and general ledger activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, cash activity, and budget oversight
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and analyses to support financial accuracy, operational decision-making, audits, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, vendors, and business leaders to resolve complex issues, improve processes, and support payroll initiatives and special projects
• Oversee maintenance of payroll files and records, including legal record retention and coordination with storage/archiving vendors as required
• Support year-end/quarter-end processes and ensure timely and accurate submission of required reporting
• Manage formal internal and external audits; support investigations related to regulatory and compliance matters
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting, business, or a related field
• solid, relevant experience and/or certification in Payroll may be substituted for degree when appropriate
• progressively responsible payroll experience required (typically 6+ years)
• accounting/payroll/tax experience preferred for roles with payroll accounting and taxation responsibilities (typically 8+ years)
• Payroll Org Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Excel required
• Working knowledge of payroll systems and integrations (e.g., ADP platforms and HR/Finance system interfaces)
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations impacting payroll and taxation (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, and Federal/State/Local tax laws)
• Demonstrated ability to execute complex assignments and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong planning and organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong customer orientation, attention to detail, and problem analysis/resolution skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; collaborative team player
• Ability to work under general direction, independently with minimal guidance
Benefits:
• medical, dental and vision coverage
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• flexible spending accounts
• employee assistance program
• tuition reimbursement program
• voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance
• time off pursuant to its sick time policy
• flexible vacation policy
• parental leave policy