Role Overview

The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for the accurate and timely administration and processing of the U.S. biweekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees in Workday. This role manages day-to-day payroll activities, including pay-

roll processing, time and absence administration, payroll reconciliations, reporting, audits, and issue resolution.

The Senior Payroll Analyst partners closely with HR, Benefits, Compensation, Finance, Legal, and managers to ensure employee data, time, pay, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related transactions are accurate and compliant. The role also

supports SOX controls and continuous improvement of payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process U.S. biweekly payroll and related off-cycle payments, including bonuses, RSU vesting, equity, benefits, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll transactions.
• Review and process employee changes including hires, rehires, terminations, compensation changes, and leaves of absence.
• Run payroll calculations, review results, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage payroll-related Time and Absence activities in Workday, including timecard exceptions, missing punches, overtime, shift differentials, and leave impacts.
• Partner with managers, HRBPs, and Benefits to resolve issues that may impact payroll.
• Manage the payroll inbox and resolve employee and HR inquiries within established service levels.
• Partner with HR, Benefits, Compensation, Finance, and other stakeholders to resolve payroll issues and ensure accurate employee data.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and prepare payroll, accounting, benefits, and headcount reports.
• Execute and maintain SOX controls and supporting documentation for each payroll cycle.
• Support internal and external payroll audits and provide required documentation.
• Support federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements, including multistate taxation and tax notices.
• Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation, review, and distribution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3-5 years of U.S. payroll experience, preferably in a complex or global organization.
• 3-5 years of hands-on Workday Payroll experience, including Workday Time and Absence.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing, reconciliations, taxes, deductions, and compliance.
• Experience with SOX controls and payroll audits.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, identify issues, and recommend process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll practices, including federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Hands-on Workday Payroll, Time, and Absence experience; RSU/equity payroll experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong judgment, initiative, and commitment to continuous process improvement.
• Language(s): English

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The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.

Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

Pay Range (Base Pay):

$78,251-$102,705 USD

Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.