Associate Payroll EMEA - Italian Speaker (Fixed Term)

About the role

Pfizer is looking for an Associate Payroll EMEA who speaks Italian, on a 9-month fixed-term basis. The Payroll Associate executes payroll activities accurately and on time for assigned payroll processes, within a broader payroll team, ensuring a compliant payroll aligned with regulatory and company standards. The role supports audits, handles payroll issues, prepares detailed reports and works closely with PX, Finance and external vendors.

Key responsibilities

• Manage regular execution of assigned payroll processes, including collection and validation of inputs and error handling
• Run payroll controls, validate and reconcile payroll files, and process changes or escalate errors to the line manager
• Reconcile and remit payments to statutory authorities
• Maintain payroll records and documentation
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports such as funding forecasts, bank and GL files for internal and external stakeholders
• Stay current with company policies, local regulations and collective agreements
• Assist in internal and external audits where required
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries promptly and professionally
• Collaborate with PX and Finance and act as back-up for other team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or a related field
• 1-2 years of payroll, accounting or human resources experience
• Knowledge of payroll calculation and processing
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Effective spoken and written English
• Good knowledge of Italian

Preferred qualifications

• Multi-country or international payroll experience
• Payroll software experience (e.g. ADP, Workday, SAP)
• Certified Payroll Professional or similar designation
• Additional languages

The position is hybrid. Applications are made by sending a CV and a motivational letter in English.