Syngenta Group is one of the world’s leading sustainable agriculture innovation companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. Our 53,000 people across more than 100 countries strive every day to transform agriculture through tailor-made solutions for the benefit of farmers, society and our planet – making us the world’s most local agricultural technology and innovation partner.

Syngenta Group is committed to operating at the highest standards of ethics and integrity. This is a commitment that we are making to investors, customers, society and employees. Syngenta Group is also committed to maintaining a workplace environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Location 

Montevideo, Uruguay.

We make a difference 

Be part of the HR team giving support to the area. Our customers are at the center of everything we do, we strive to serve them with agility, efficiency and one company mindset.  

Role Purpose

At Syngenta, we strive to create the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, delivering top seeds and crop protection innovations that enhance farmers' prosperity. To achieve this, Syngenta’s HR Operations Team is looking for a Payroll Analyst in Montevideo, UY, to aid in the processing of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate and timely payroll execution, while providing exceptional support to employees and partnering with various teams to maintain payroll integrity.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the execution and administration of bi-weekly and monthly US company payroll processing, meeting all deadlines with precision and accuracy.
• Foster dynamic partnerships with Syngenta SME Local team and our offshore support team, leveraging multiple ticketing platforms
• Spearhead data integrity initiatives, guaranteeing accurate processing and swift issue resolution
• Act as a key liaison between teams, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration
• Proactively identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors and promote simplification.
• Stay current with payroll regulations and best practices, implementing updates as needed
• Provide exceptional support to employees through Syngenta channels, addressing payroll inquiries with professionalism and expertise
• Manages work quality through self-audit for accuracy, timeliness and completeness of work.
• Seeks satisfactory case conclusion for clients whether it be through direct resolution or resolution via handoff/third party groups.
• Engage in issue resolution procedures and follow escalation processes.
• Complies with Syngenta’s standards, procedures and policies, as well as regulatory requirements.
• Update and maintain various systems/tools per standard process documentation.
• File, archive and retrieve documents (paper-based and electronic) using filing standards.
• Respond to information requests by searching, summarizing research results and compiling in requested format. Escalate to the leader as appropriate.
• Consistently identifies gaps and areas for process improvement and collaborates to implement solutions
• Execute standard processes and take recommended actions to achieve metrics.
• Executes other tasks assigned by leader such as payments operations regarding external providers/services.
• Delivery client satisfaction through accurate delivery and demonstration of ownership.
• Responsible for complying with Service delivery metrics (KPIs, SLAs, OLAs).
• Build and maintain processes documentation such as Work instructions, desktop procedures, etc.
• Support any audit process and provide required information.
• Supports and encourages effective collaboration, interconnectivity, and process alignment with all areas of HR and especially with HR Operations MVD and NA team.

At Syngenta we are highly people focused – we look for professionals who are engaged, collaborative and excellent in execution. Leaders are expected to communicate effectively, develop teams and lead by example. Our industry and our function are changing rapidly so we are looking for new team members with a strong desire to develop themselves.

It is indispensable for this position:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR Operations supporting payroll processes
• Experience working with external HR service vendors
• Demonstrated knowledge of HR Service processes and employment law compliance
• English proficiency (mandatory)
• Bachelor's degree (desired)
• Knowledge of US and Canada payroll processes (W2, 401k, multi-state payroll) is a plus
• Certified Payroll Professional certification is an advantage
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Be part of the Syngenta Experience

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits
• Dynamic and international environment
• Modern office environment and collaboration tools
• Forward thinking policies (e.g. remote working, career breaks)
• Support personal development in a diverse and inclusive environment

Important:

Beyond just believing in the power of diversity, Syngenta Group promotes an inclusive culture that includes differences in all its forms. We believe that the feeling of belonging allows people to become their best version, building an increasingly welcoming and productive environment.

All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions, without distinction of race, gender, age, nationality or disability

* This position will not provide relocation support.

*This position will require immediate availability.

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