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Senior Associate, PayrollPIMCO • Newport Coast, CA, US
Senior Associate, Payroll

Senior Associate, Payroll

PIMCO • Newport Coast, CA, US
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Sr. Payroll Associate

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.

Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Support the timely and accurate processing of monthly payrolls for 3-4 countries in the Asia Pacific region and operational support for payrolls in the Americas.
  • Perform regular data and system audits to ensure data integrity and compliance.
  • Collaborate with payroll team and vendors to identify system enhancements, formulate requirements and participate in testing.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (HR, Accounting, Finance, IT, etc.) to identify and implement process improvements, driving operational excellence and risk mitigation.
  • Respond to payroll inquiries from management, employees and third party vendors in a professional and timely manner.
  • Assist the Payroll Manager with Workday and ADP systems projects, including business process changes and system implementations.
  • Stay current on payroll regulations, compliance requirements and best practices.
  • Provide operational support during cross-training initiatives and payroll-related projects.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 4+ years of HR and international payroll experience, with specific experience in U.S. and Asia Pacific payrolls.
  • Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as Workday Payroll, ADP Streamline and / or ADP Celergo; including exposure to system implementations and conversions.
  • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated, proactive and capable of working independently in a dynamic environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
  • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Knowledge of payroll best practices, federal and state regulations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities and adaptability.
  • Experience with expatriate and partnership payroll administration a plus.
  • Education and Certifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar HR / payroll certification a plus.
  • PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance. Hourly Rate Range : $ 48.08 - $ 54.09

    Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

    PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.

    Applicants with Disabilities

    PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

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