Payroll Analyst

As the Payroll Analyst you will perform deep-dive data analysis into payroll, time and attendance, and accounting practices for multiple countries within EMEA, North America, Latin America, and Asia to ensure compliance.

You should have a comprehensive knowledge of payroll accounting activities, including journal entry processing, monthly accruals, and account reconciliations. You will also carry out research relative to payroll, tax, garnishment, and general ledger activity.

You will play a key role in identifying and correcting discrepancies and collaborating across teams to maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency. This role supports payroll for over 3,300 employees across 27 countries.

Additionally as part of your role you will assist in the global (25 countries) transition to a payroll provider with whom we have partnered with to transition payroll and time and attendance.

You will be part of the core team responsible for this transition and focus on researching payroll, time and attendance, as well as HR-related requirements to ensure the new platform is designed and implemented according to each country's legal requirements, as well as improving overall efficiencies

You can work fully remotely, but if you are commutable to one of our offices (Basingstoke or Stapeley) then you can choose to utilise the offices as you please, however there is no in office stipulation

• Intermediate to advanced understanding of payroll laws, calculations, accounting principles, and regulations.
• Exceptional analytical experience in interpreting data and presenting options.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and country payroll, wage and hour laws, and best practices.
• Research payroll, wage and hour and accounting structure in various countries to assist with the payroll and Time & Attendance migration project
• Stay up to date with the latest changes in labour legislation.
• Evaluate payroll processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions to streamline payroll operations.
• Identify innovative solutions for improving payroll tasks and enhancing operational efficiency being comfortable with out of the box thinking
• Support the initiatives to improve payroll workflows, including the implementation of automation and process improvements.
• Self-reliant with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience auditing payroll and identifying discrepancies.
• Team player with the ability to interact and maintain relationships with multiple departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of management.

• Proven work experience as a Payroll Analyst or similar role in the HR department
• Strong knowledge of labour legislation and payroll processes
• Attention to detail and deliver a high level of accuracy
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Must have knowledge of commonly used payroll concepts, practices, and procedures
• Advanced Excel and analysis skills
• Strong written and verbal communication

Desirable

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• Minimum 5 years of end-to-end payroll processing experience
• Experienced in payroll tax, including tax implications of the remote workforce
• Knowledge of EMEA, North America, Latin America, and Asia Payroll processes and wage and hour laws
• Shadow payrolls for Expat management
• Benefits Administration 
• Experience with payroll systems implementation and migration

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

Our Values

• Collaborate as One Team
• Create Value for Customers
• Innovate with Purpose
• Never stop improving

DEI

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.

• Performance related bonus
• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays 
• NFU Pension (7.5% employer contribution)
• Health Cash back scheme 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee share plan 
• Hybrid working with a blend of office and home work
• Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable) 
• Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
• Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages) 

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.