Payroll Supervisor

Supervisor, Payroll

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
As a Payroll Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our workforce. Leading a team of payroll specialists, you will oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance process improvements and resolve complex payroll matters. And major focus on the Payroll integration projects.  This position offers an opportunity to develop your leadership skills while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's Degree plus 6 years of experience in end-to-end payroll processing
• Preferred Fields of Study: Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience in payroll operations
• Strong knowledge of multi-country payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements (APAC region)
• Expertise in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, ServiceNow or similar platforms
•  Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills with proven ability to coach and develop team members
• Strong project management and organizational capabilities
• Effective communication skills at all levels
• Experience working in international organizations across different cultures
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and compliance standards
• Proficiency in managing vendor relationships and service level agreements
• Experience with payroll audits and internal controls
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Initiative and commitment to process improvement
• Strong English language skills, both written and verbal

• Ensure completeness and timeliness of payroll submissions and approvals.

• Develop, manage, and supervise payroll SLAs/KPIs.

• Lead the team to meet and exceed customer expectations.

• Prepare and present reports to key stakeholders as needed.

• Guide the team in analyzing complex payroll calculations and implementing compliant solutions.

• Maintain up-to-date standard operating models, including payroll reports, SOPs, checklists, calendars, and records.

• Assist in audit operations and implement recommendations.

• Develop controls and procedures to ensure policy compliance.

• Interpret and apply statutory rules, compliance regulations, and corporate policies to ensure accurate pay.

• Stay updated with payroll regulatory changes, review and analyze tax and legal regulations, identify impacts, and update payroll processes.

• Provide back-up support to team members as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience Level

Senior Level