Manager, Payroll and Operations

Role: Manager of Payroll and Operations overseeing payroll processes for US, Canada, EU, and India, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Responsibilities: manage end-to-end payroll operations, maintain controls and regulatory adherence, oversee tax filings and audits, and partner with HR, Finance, and Legal on compensation and employment changes. Drive process improvements, system upgrades, and vendor relationships to enhance scalability and employee experience. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; 8+ years of payroll/HR operations experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sectors, with leadership responsibilities. Skills: strong analytical, project management, and interpersonal abilities; proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Oracle Fusion), HRIS, and data tools; deep knowledge of multi-state tax compliance and SOX controls. Preferred: experience managing payroll in regulated environments with complex global operations; ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement systems enhancements. HighValue: pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience, multi-national payroll oversight, SOX compliance, and experience with complex tax and audit requirements. WorkSetup: hybrid in Princeton, NJ, with oversight responsibilities across multiple regions.