Payroll DS Senior Supervisor

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Job Function: Finance Job Sub Function: Payroll Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan Job Description: 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 , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #LI-Hybrid #DePuySynthesCareers Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Compliance Management, Confidentiality, Data Reporting, Developing Others, Financial Analysis, Financial Competence, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Inclusive Leadership, Internal Controls, Leadership, Numerically Savvy, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Software, Payroll Taxes, Problem Solving, Team Management, Training People