Senior Analyst – Payroll

Novo Nordisk

Subject matter expert providing payroll technical and analytical support for Novo Nordisk affiliates. Ensuring compliance with federal, state, local regulations and company policies in payroll processing.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $83,400 - $150,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operates as subject matter expert by providing technical and analytical support to the Payroll function for Novo Nordisk Inc. and other affiliates
Supports payroll preparation/processing and related responsibilities such as tax reporting, benefits-records administration, or payroll systems maintenance
Processes time records, compiles payroll metrics, calculates deductions such as Social Security, withholding taxes, and 401(k) contributions
Analyzes audits, reconciles and resolves complex payroll processing and employee payroll issues
Builds and maintains trusting, collaborative relationships and alliances with stakeholders
Develops and drives to completion plans for special projects and ongoing requirements
Processes/Pays for all employees of Novo Nordisk Inc. and its affiliates, ensuring timely processing of final payments for separated employees
Responsible for creating and maintaining payroll guidelines and written instructions for payroll policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's Degree required in accounting, business, or a related field
Requires a minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience in Payroll
Advanced proficiency in Excel required
PayrollOrg Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or PayrollOrg Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) strongly preferred
Advanced expertise in multi-state payroll processing, including interpretation and application of state-specific tax laws and regulatory requirements
Working knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) as well as Federal, State and Local tax laws
Must be able to facilitate management and employee understanding of payroll procedures
Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Must maintain current on Payroll systems to achieve alignment with HR, Benefits and other related areas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) savings plan
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement program
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and auto/home insurance
Time off pursuant to sick time policy
Flexible vacation policy
Parental leave policy

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Hard Skills & Tools

Payroll ProcessingTax ReportingPayroll Metrics CompilationDeductions CalculationAudit AnalysisPayroll Systems MaintenanceTime Records ProcessingPayroll Guidelines Creation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Certifications

PayrollOrg Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)PayrollOrg Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)