Payroll Specialist

Company Information

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a Payroll Specialist as part of the Payroll team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

The Payroll Specialist will support the payroll processing function by ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration. This role requires close collaboration with the HR and Benefits teams to maintain and update employee data related to payroll, including new hires, terminations, and benefits deductions.

Key responsibilities include generating and analyzing payroll reports for internal audits, assisting with year-end payroll activities such as W-2 preparation and distribution, and ensuring the confidentiality of all payroll information. The Payroll Specialist will also deliver exceptional customer service by promptly addressing employee inquiries and concerns related to payroll in a professional manner

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring accurate time and attendance records
• Coordinate with HR and Benefits to track and maintain all employee data relevant to payroll, such as new hires, terminations, and benefits deductions
• Assist with reviewing payroll-related tax filings and maintaining up-to-date records for tax purposes
• Administer employee garnishments and other withholdings
• Review and process payroll-related mail
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving payroll discrepancies and errors
• Run and analyze payroll reports for internal audits and external reporting
• Assist with year-end payroll processes, including W-2 preparation and distribution
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll information
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing payroll-related questions and concerns from employees

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Minimum of two years of relevant work experience is preferred
• Familiarity with Paylocity and Time Clock Plus is preferred
• Strong customer service orientation with attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and intermediate Excel skills
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with others, demonstrating professionalism, collaboration, and a customer-focused attitude
• Adaptable and eager to contribute to team efforts in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of meeting deadlines and multitasking while maintaining attention to detail
• Comfortable handling and processing confidential information with discretion
• Well-organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.