Associate, US Payroll – Time & Attendance

Pfizer

Pfizer payroll associate managing U.S. time and attendance operations.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $61,700 - $102,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll calculation and processing, with a strong focus on compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and audit processes. Proficient in managing complex payroll changes and ensuring accurate data analysis and reporting.

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Payroll Calculation and ProcessingWorkday ExperienceCertified Payroll ProfessionalData Analysis and Complex CalculationsAttention to Detail and Accuracy

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingError ResolutionAudit ComplianceData AnalysisComplex Calculations

Soft Skills

Problem AnalysisConfidentiality Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayADPHCM Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional

Industry Keywords

Sarbanes-OxleyPayroll ClaimsLeave of AbsenceSeveranceEmployee Death

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage activities associated with regular execution of assigned payrolls, including collection and validation of inputs and error resolution
Communicate payroll kick-off and approval processing milestones
Validate and balance payroll and process changes to correct errors or provide updates
Distribute required reports to stakeholders during and after payroll
Work with the Manager to process complex payroll changes, including sales bonuses, short-term disability, return to work, leave of absence, military leave, severance, and employee death
Process off-cycle payroll requests
Collect payroll claims, overpayments, and repayments in coordination with HR, Legal, and Payroll teams
Implement and follow audit processes for Sarbanes-Oxley, external, and internal audit compliance
Record RCM and validation activities in corporate systems
Coordinate with vendor, Digital, Finance, and other teams to ensure technology, integrations, GL interfaces, and other system components function properly
Respond to Tier 3 colleague inquiries referred by the HR Service Center
Serve as backup for other team members as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Six years of relevant experience; OR an Associate’s degree with four years of experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree with 0+ years of experience
Knowledge and experience of payroll calculation and processing
Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field or equivalent experience preferred
Experience with Workday, ADP, or other common HCM, payroll, and time/attendance systems preferred
Certified Payroll Professional or similar professional designation preferred
Attention to detail and accuracy
Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
Data analysis and complex calculations
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future
Permanent work authorization in the United States is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid personal days
Paid caregiver/parental leave
Paid medical leave
Medical coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility
Hybrid working model