Payroll Specialist

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We're dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We're always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

About The Opportunity

Join QIAGEN as a Payroll Specialist and play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations across multiple international markets. In this position, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders, payroll providers, and colleagues across global QIAGEN locations to deliver high-quality payroll services. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a dynamic multinational environment and is driven by continuous improvement and process optimization.

Your tasks include

• Execute day-to-day payroll operations and related activities for assigned countries and markets while maintaining high service standards.
• Prepare, validate, and reconcile payroll-related data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate payroll deliverables with internal teams in QIAGEN Manila, international QIAGEN offices, and external payroll providers.
• Ensure the timely completion of payroll processing activities, including approvals, validations, and milestone tracking.
• Support payroll accounting activities, including reconciliations, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, enhance efficiency, and support automation initiatives.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and contribute to compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
  
  

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in a multinational payroll and/or finance environment, preferably supporting multiple countries.
• Strong payroll processing knowledge, particularly in supporting global payroll operations.
• Experience in payroll accounting, including reconciliations and audit support.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Experience with ADP, Workday, and/or SAP is an advantage.
• Willing to work in a mid-shift (EMEA) schedule within a hybrid work setup
  
  

What We Offer

• Bonus/Commission
• Local benefits
• Referral Program
• Volunteer Day
• Internal Academy (QIALearn)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work (conditional to your role)
  
  

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve.We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions.We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.