Sr. Associate Payroll

Role Summary

The Sr. Associate Payroll is responsible for the timely and accurate execution of all payroll and time and attendance activities and operations for assigned payroll processes. This role serves as a subject matter expert on payroll practices, ensuring that payroll processes are executed efficiently and effectively.

This role supports audit, handles complex payroll issues, prepares detailed reports and works closely with PX, Finance and external vendors to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency. This role provides support and guidance to other team members and contributes to continuous process improvements and system upgrades.

Execute activities associated with the assigned payroll processes which include but are not limited to:

• Manage activities associated with regular execution of assigned payroll processes, including error resolution to ensure a timely and accurate payroll

• Execute payroll controls, validate and reconcile payroll files

• Manage and process more complex payroll processes including off-cycle payroll requests, claw back process, sales bonuses, STD, return to work, LOA, military leave, severance, and employee death.

• Reconcile and remit payments to statutory authorities

• Maintain payroll records and documentation

• Prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations and collective agreements

• Facilitate data collection for payroll audits and compliance checks

• Respond to complicated payroll inquiries from colleagues and management, as per established SLAs

• Assist in year-end activities, including tax and social security filings

• Collaborate with PX and Finance to ensure seamless payroll operations

• Identify process gaps and implement improvements

• Ensure efficient training and handover of activities to other team members and, where needed, serve as back-up of other team members.

• Execute continuous improvement initiatives for payroll processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources, OR related field required with 2 years relevant experience OR master’s degree with 0-year relevant experience, OR associate degree with 6 years relevant experience, OR 8 years relevant experience with high school diploma.

• In depth knowledge and experience of payroll calculation and processing

• Detail oriented

• Strong Excel skills (e.g., lookup function, pivot tables)

• Ability to maintain strict privacy and confidentiality

• Able to communicate effectively in English (spoken & written) with colleagues at all levels of the organization

• Experience with multi-country (multi-state) or international payroll processing

• Experience with payroll software (e.g. ADP, Workday, SAP)

• Certified Payroll Professional, or similar professional designation

• Ability to speak multiple (additional) languages is a plus

Last day to apply :
Feb 20th 2026

Work Location Assignment:

Must be able to work in assigned Pfizer office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $71,500.00 to $. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (usca). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies to the Tampa, FL location only. The salary range provided does not apply to any other United States location or locations outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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