Senior Manager, Payroll (Boston, US)

Biopharma Careers; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive programs

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Servier, a Boston-based biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a Sr. Payroll Manager to lead end-to-end payroll operations for about 700 employees and build scalable processes.

You will act as the ADP Workforce Now expert and partner with HR, finance, and external vendors to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. This hybrid Boston role requires strong payroll knowledge, multi-state experience, and the ability to drive process improvements while maintaining internal controls and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of payroll experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of the ADP payroll system is required.
• Experience leading payroll transitions and system implementations.
• Experience with multi-state payroll compliance and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee bi-weekly payroll for ~700 employees.
• Lead ADP Workforce Now reporting, audits, and issue resolution.
• Drive payroll process improvements and scalable HR/Payroll operations.
• Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal & Compliance and external vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Payroll compliance

Communication

Data analysis

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Excel

Job description

About Servier

Servier in the U.S. is a Boston-based, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company launched by Servier Group in 2018. As a privately held organization, Servier is uniquely positioned to advance cutting-edge science, tackle underserved therapeutic areas and make patients the focus of every strategic decision.

Role Summary

The Sr. Payroll Manager will be responsible for leading end to end payroll operations while building scalable process that can grow with the business. This role ensures accurate, timely and compliant payroll processes while driving process efficiency and strong internal controls. Reporting to the Associate Director, HR Operations, the Senior Manager serves as the subject matter expert in ADP Workforce Now and acts as a key partner with members of our HR and finance team and liaise with external vendors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Servier’s bi-weekly payroll for approximately 700 employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Primary owner and advanced user of ADP Workforce Now, including reporting, audits, and issue resolution.
• Drive operational improvements within payroll process and HR Operations by identifying process gaps and developing scalable solutions.
• Responsible for approving and sign-off of payroll prior to submission.
• Oversee payroll interfaces and data feeds to benefits and finance partners, including 401(k), FSA, HSA, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with payroll manager on strategy, process improvements, and system enhancements.
• Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage payroll tax processes, including quarterly and year-end filings.
• Lead payroll audits, reconciliations, year-end activities, and general ledger accuracy.
• Partner with the broader US HR team to strengthen processes that improve data accuracy and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal & Compliance, and HR teams to ensure compliance with reporting requirements and internal policies.
• Proactively update and maintain payroll policies, calendars, checklists, and other procedural documentation.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and issues in a timely manner, escalating concerns when appropriate.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and conduct proactive analysis of payroll and compensation activity as needed.

Candidate Profile

Education and Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 7+ years of payroll-related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of the ADP payroll system is required.
• Experience leading payroll transitions and system implementations.
• Experience working with third-party payroll processors, benefits administration, and benefit carriers, including 401(k) plans.
• Strong understanding of payroll accounting, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance, tax regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Experience developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and internal control
• Advanced Excel skills highly desired
• Highly detail-oriented, with a strong employee service mindset and a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Self-motivated, with a proven ability to initiate and deliver projects successfully with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Travel and Location

Minimal travel required

Boston based hybrid role, reporting to the Boston Seaport office 2-3 days per week

Servier’s Commitment

Servier is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals.

We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $140-$160k. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Employees in this position are also eligible for Short-Term and Long-Term incentive programs. Servier also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible time off (Servier provides unlimited sick time and flex time, and does not accrue time off), 401(k), life and disability insurance, recognition programs among other great benefits (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information on our benefits, please visit this link .