HR Payroll Analyst North America (Fixed Term Contract: 12 months)

About Syngenta  

Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X. 

We make a difference 

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s HR Operations team is seeking a HR Payroll Analyst North America (Fixed Term Contract: 12 months) in Montevideo, Uruguay. 

Accountabilities 

• Manage the timely and accurate payroll for all active employees, for Canada and US.
• Support with monthly, quarterly and annually reports and tasks associated with payroll, taxes, benefits and retirement plans.
• Continuously stay abreast of changes to legislation and new laws, regulations and employee standards which effect payroll, benefits, and pensions.
• Foster dynamic partnerships with Syngenta SME Local team and our offshore support team, leveraging multiple ticketing platforms
• Act as a key liaison between teams, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration
• 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.
• Responsible for complying with Service delivery metrics (KPIs, SLAs, OLAs).
• 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.
• Any other ad hoc activities related to the role.

Required  

• English proficiency (mandatory)
• Experience of Canada and US payroll.
• Knowledge of methods, procedures, principles, theories related to a specific field of work and/or technical/professional discipline and knowledge specific to the organization
• Knowledge of in-house payroll programs
• Experience in HR Operations supporting payroll processes
• Bachelor's degree (desired)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with HR Service (Workday), payroll systems (Dayforce), ticket system (SNOW)
• Strong computer skills (SAP, MS Office, in particular Excel) and an aptitude for learning new programs (mandatory)
• Curious, with eye for detail
• Interpersonal Skills – excellent written and oral communication capability Confidentiality - ability to maintain strictest level of confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of payroll and personnel issues
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-directed – ability to work independently and within a team

What We Offer  

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Important: 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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. 

Be part of a leading company that brings the potential of plants to life. 

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