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Payroll DS Senior Supervisor

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Companyjj
CategoryFinance
LocationChiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelManager
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted21 Jul 2026
Last verified10 Aug 2026
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Bei Johnson & Johnson glauben wir, dass Gesundheit alles ist. Unsere Stärke bei Innovationen im Gesundheitswesen versetzt uns in die Lage, eine Welt aufzubauen, in der komplexe Krankheiten verhindert, behandelt und geheilt werden, in der Behandlungen intelligenter und weniger invasiv sind und Lösungen persönlich sind. Durch unsere Expertise in innovativer Medizin und MedTech sind wir in einer einzigartigen Position, um heute über das gesamte Spektrum von Gesundheitslösungen hinweg Innovationen zu entwickeln, um die Durchbrüche von morgen zu liefern und die Gesundheit der Menschheit nachhaltig zu beeinflussen. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter jnj.com Angeleitet von unserem Credo übernimmt Johnson & Johnson Verantwortung gegenüber allen Mitarbeitenden weltweit. Wir bieten ein integratives Arbeitsumfeld, in dem jede Person als Individuum betrachtet wird. Bei Johnson & Johnson respektieren wir die Vielfalt und Würde unserer Mitarbeitenden und erkennen ihre Verdienste an. Tätigkeitsbereich:Finance Unterfunktion Der Tätigkeit:Payroll Tätigkeitskategorie:People Leader Alle Standorte Für Stellenangebote:Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan Jobbeschreibung: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Payroll   Support Se nior   Team Lead, located in Japan. The   Payroll Support   Se nior   Team Lead   will   be responsible   for   delivering   timely ,   accurate , and compliant payroll   for designated   countries , ensuring adherence to global standards,   statutory requirements, internal controls, and service-level commitments .   T his role   will act   as the first level of payroll leadership, accountable for daily execution, team performance, service quality, and compliance.   This role will lead and provide guidance to a team of analysts and senior analysts in delivering payroll operations ,   projects , and/or audits , while   partnering with   third-party   vendor s   to   maintain   processes that support payroll administration . Key Responsibilities Payroll   Operations & Administration • Manage   end ‑ to ‑ end payroll processing for assigned countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local statutory and company requirements • Execute   payroll controls, approvals (including off ‑ cycle payments), reconciliations, payroll accounting entries, and statutory remittances • Act as an escalation point   f or payroll issues, discrepancies,   and employee or stakeholder concerns , ensuring effective resolution   and   timely   response • Establish &   maintain   the relationship with   selected   third-party   vendors , ensuring adherence to   service level agreements   and operational metrics • Collaborate   with   internal and external   stakeholders   to ensure a consistent and   accurate   flow of   data   within   the defined payroll processing   timelines . Compliance, Controls & Documentation • Ensure execution of payroll activities   in accordance with   SOX   compliance , business controls,   federal, state, local and other   legislation s   or requirements • Lead /monitor   audit s   by   ensuring that   requested records and evidence   are provided   in a timely manner • Ensure regular r eview and   maintenance   of   payroll   operating procedures , work instruction, and databases • Uphold confidentiality and ensure adherence to data privacy regulations Continuous Improvement, System   Testing , Projects • Lead /support   payroll-related business, statutory, or   compliance driven   projects, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget. • Identify   and   implement   initiative s   to improve   payroll accuracy, efficiency, and experience , promoting simplification, automation, and standardization • Lead/oversee analysis of process and system changes. • Ensure completion of User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and   verification of system changes, releases, and vendor/system upgrades . • Collaborate with internal   partners   (HR, Finance, IT)   and   third-party payroll providers on operational and project-related activities Leadership & Team Support • Mentor and coach   Payroll   Senior Analyst   and   junior team   members. • Oversee the   selection , hiring, and onboarding of new team members. • Support the development of team members’ capabilities, knowledge, and skills. • Promote a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering teamwork, and encouraging professional development. • Assist   Payroll Manager/Lead   in   operational planning , project execution, and daily operations. Qualifications Required   Qualifications • A minimum of   5   years of prior experience in Payroll,   HR   and/or Finance operations. • A minimum of   3   years in a Management/People Leader role is   required • Strong   knowledge   and understanding   of payroll processing concepts   and   statutory payroll requirement s • Proficiency   with payroll and HR systems (SAP and/or Workday preferred; ADP and other payroll systems   advantageous ). • Proficiency   in Microsoft Excel   (pivot tables, lookups, basic macros)   and common Microsoft Office tools.   Advanced Microsoft Excel skills • Experience with case management or ticketing tools. • Excellent   English verbal and written communication skills. • Strong attention to detail, problem- solving   and analytical skills. • Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision. • High degree of confidentiality and   adherence to   data privacy   and internal controls. • Customer-focused with strong stakeholder management skills. • Collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships. • Adaptable to multiple cultures and cross-functional interactions. Preferred   Qualifications • Experience supporting EMEA and/or ASPAC payroll processes. • Experience with timekeeping systems or case management tools. • Payroll certifications • Experience working with   external   payroll providers (e.g., ADP,   EY, Deloitte ) . • Familiarity with SOX and business control frameworks, desktop procedures, and   knowledge-management   practices. • Prior experience in continuous improvement initiatives, automation tools (e.g., Alteryx), or payroll reporting tools. • Project Management skills Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via   https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. LI-Hybrid DePuySynthesCareers Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Andere weiterentwickeln, Ausbilden von Menschen, Bearbeitung von Gehaltsabrechnungen, Compliance Management, Datenberichterstattung, Finanzanalyse, Finanzkompetenz, Finanzrisikomanagement (FRM), Führung, Gehaltsabrechnungsberichte, Gehaltsabrechnungs-Software, Inclusive Leadership, Interne Kontrollen, Lohnsteuer, Problemlösung, Teammanagement, Vertraulichkeit, „Savvy“ in Bezug Nummern