Sr. Global Payroll Specialist

The Role:

Moderna is seeking a strong team contributor to support a wide range of activities within the global payroll function. This role will support all aspects of our multi-entity, multi-state US payroll and equity activity, as well as support our international processing cycles. A successful candidate will have Workday payroll experience, strong attention to detail, ability to responsibly manage confidential information, and maintain strong adherence to compliance and data integrity requirements.

Reporting to the Director, Global Payroll, you will be responsible for supporting full cycle payroll processing for our US, as well as our international population.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Support bi-weekly on-cycle and daily off-cycle payroll processing in US as well as monthly OUS cycles.

• Partner with our Global Compensation vendor on ex-pat shadow payroll info requests

• Partner with Global Mobility team on payroll-impacting events

• Coordinate with finance, tax, and legal on documentation requests.

• Monitor payroll inbox and assist with employee payroll inquiries and timesheets.

• Coordinate with outsourced processing teams and vendors.

• Assist with ad-hoc interdepartmental payroll related reporting.

• Assist with state agency correspondence and compliance documentation requests.

• Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll closing activities.

• Assist with quarterly and annual audit requests, as well as year-end tax documentation prep.

• Support ongoing process improvement projects internally as well as among cross functional teams.

• Ongoing additional duties as needed - role will continue to evolve.

Here's What You'll Need (Minimum Qualifications):

• BA/BS or equivalent experience

• Must have 3-5 years of experience with Workday payroll.

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or ability to analyze large quantities of data.

• Must be able to demonstrate strong communication and creative problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with compliance requirements within a public company

• Experience with outsourced payroll delivery model.

• Experience with multi-state/multi-entity processing.

• Experience with equity transactions preferred.

• Knowledge of ex-pat and permanent transfer processing

• Experience with international processing preferred.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
• Vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We're focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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