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Sanofi Group People Services Generalist (Payroll) – Japan in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Job title: People Services Generalist - Payroll (Japan)
Location: KL
About the Job
Sanofi is a global life sciences company committed to improving access to healthcare and supporting the people we serve throughout the continuum of care. From prevention to treatment, Sanofi transforms scientific innovation into healthcare solutions, in human vaccines, rare diseases, multiple sclerosis, oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, diabetes and cardiovascular solutions.
The Time to Pay (T2P) Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end Time & Attendance and Payroll operations for Sanofi. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of services across assigned countries, with a focus on operational excellence and process improvement.
Beyond Time & Attendance and Payroll, this role is accountable for benefit deduction data management, coordinating with benefit vendors, and serving as a point of contact for employee communications on benefit-related matters.
About Sanofi:
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Main responsibilities:
Payroll Management
Execute end-to-end payroll processing with high accuracy and timeliness.
Ensure payroll inputs are ready for each cycle as per the payroll calendar.
Perform GL mapping, reconciliation, and post-payroll reporting.
Manage tax compliance for all employees, including international mobility cases.
Process shares management (LTI, stocks) in collaboration with Performance & Reward team.
Prepare payroll reports for internal stakeholders and government authorities.
Handle payroll-related vendor management, including PR/PO requests.
Provide Tier 2 support for payroll-related issues.
Compliance & Documentation
Act as SPOC for internal/external audits related to Time and Payroll processes.
Complete Control Self-Assessments (CSA) in a timely manner.
Maintain up-to-date documentation and local Time and Payroll articles.
Ensure data privacy compliance.
Assist in closing audit findings and updating audit reporting systems.
Complete all mandatory compliance training in iLearn
Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Contribute to Global Core Model deployment and maintenance.
Update Desktop Procedures (DTPs) quarterly.
Identify and implement process improvements through simplification, standardization, and automation.
Participate in global Time and Payroll projects and initiatives as required.
Close gaps between current DTPs and Global Core Model.
Support Time and Payroll transitions within the Hubs and In Market
C2R - Tickets Management
Tier 2 Support
Japan Benefits
Insurance
Zaikei Saving- Employee saving Scheme
Company Housing
Mutual Aid
Expatriate Payment support
Stakeholder Management
Liaise with internal departments (Finance, Legal, HR) and external vendors.
Provide Tier 2 support to stakeholders (employee, local PE , vendor ) for T2P processes.
Handle employee inquiries regarding Time management and Payroll.
Reporting & Analytics
Prepare periodic and ad-hoc reports for various stakeholders.
Monitor data quality and identify potential issues proactively.
Analyze T2P data to support decision-making and process improvements.
About You
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
Master's Degree an advantage
Soft Skills
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English and advance business Japanese (verbal and written)
Stakeholder management skills
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
Team player mentality with the ability to work collaboratively across functions
Customer-focused approach with a positive attitude
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Work Experience
Background in time and payroll operations is preferred
Experience in the People Services Operations is highly desirable.
Proven track record in an international or multicultural shared services environment
Technical Skills
Proficient in Workday, ServiceNow, and other SBO People Services technologies
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Knowledge of local HRIS and payroll systems
Hands-on experience with People & Culture Management (PCM) systems is an advantage
Functional Knowledge
Strong knowledge of E2E payroll management
Comprehensive understanding of local legal requirements, taxation, and labour laws
Broad understanding of HR processes and activities
Awareness of data privacy rules (GDPR etc.)
Strong deductive and analytical skills
Compliance Requirements:
Complete all mandatory HSE and compliance training as required by Sanofi
Adhere to Sanofi's internal control framework and policies
Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with GDPR and local data protection regulations
Complete required iLearn training modules within specified timeframes
Why choose us?
Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.
Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Pursue progress , discover extraordinary
Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.
Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) !
Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement (https://www.sanofi.com/en/careers/global-terms-and-conditions/)
Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.
With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo)
As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live.
All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=2s)