Payroll DS Senior Analyst

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Job Function:

Finance

Job Sub Function:

Payroll

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Mumbai, India

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Payroll DS Senior Analyst, located in Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Position Summary   

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 .   

Key Responsibilities   

Payroll   Operations & Administration  

• Process and   validate   complex payroll transactions , reports, and requests   for assigned countries/regions ,   in alignment with global standards and country-specific requirements.   

• Prepare, reconcile, and review payroll reports;   validate   statutory payments and third-party disbursement s   as applicable.   

• Investigate,   resolve   and document complex payroll issues   and   employee inquiries . Support escalations and engage with agencies or vendors as needed.    

• Monitor   payroll mailboxes and manage cases and inquiries through service management tools.    

• Build   strong   relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors .   

Compliance, Controls & Documentation  

• Execute tasks in compliance with SOX requirements, internal controls, audit procedures, and country legislation.  

• Lead/s upport audit s   by supplying requested records and evidence   in a timely manner .   

• Ensure regular review and   update   of   payroll documentation   including SOPs ,   process guides , work   instructions .   

• Uphold confidentiality and ensure adherence to data privacy regulations.  

Continuous Improvement, System   Testing , Projects  

• Identify   an d lead   continuous improvement opportunities   for process optimization, automation, and standardization .   

• Analyze   impact   of   process and system change s .   Lead/s upport User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and verification of system changes, releases, and vendor/system upgrades .   

• Collaborate with internal   partners   (HR, Finance, IT)   and   third-party payroll providers on operational and project-related activities  

Leadership & Team Support  

• Mentor and coach Payroll Analysts and junior team members.  

• Assist   Senior Team Lead   in task   and resource   planning, project execution, and daily operations.  

• Suppor t   resource onboarding and knowledge transfer activities.   

Qualifications   

Required   Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR,   f inance,   a ccounting, or related field   

• Minimum   3-5   years of relevant experience in HR or finance/payroll operations, preferably in a shared   services or multinational environment.  

• 1–2 years of leadership, mentoring, or coaching experience.  

• Strong   knowledge   and understanding   of payroll processing concepts   and   statutory payroll requirement s  

• Proficiency   with payroll and HR systems (SAP and/or Workday preferred; ADP and other payroll systems   advantageous ).  

• Proficiency   in Microsoft Excel   (pivot tables, lookups, basic macros)   and common Microsoft Office tools.   Advanced Microsoft Excel skills   

• Experience with case management or ticketing tools.  

• Excellent   English verbal and written communication skills.  

• Strong attention to detail, problem- solving   and analytical skills.  

• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.  

• High degree of confidentiality and   adherence to   data privacy   and 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.  

Preferred   Qualifications  

• Experience supporting   regional   payroll processes.  

• Experience with timekeeping systems or case management tools.  

• Payroll certifications  

• Experience working with   external   payroll providers (e.g., ADP,   EY, Deloitte ) .  

• Familiarity with SOX and business control frameworks, desktop procedures, and   knowledge-management   practices.  

• 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