Location: Chennai At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve Full-time Job

Location: Chennai At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients' lives. Our ‘Own It' culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development. That's our vision. We're driven by it. And we need talented people who share it. If you're as driven as we are, join us. You'll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you'll be helping shape an industry. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and hardworking Payroll Associate to assist in the payroll cycle for ICON Plc on a global scale. The Role:Ensuring payroll inputs to third party payroll vendors are finalised accurately.Working cross functionally, you will act as a liaison with external payroll providers and internal departments, such as HR and FinanceEnsure internal controls are applied so that monthly changes are captured and processed accurately and that any discrepancies recorded and discussed.Upload electronic files and input any manual payments to the bankYou will handle the Payroll mailbox to ensure queries are responded to in a timely fashion.Making sure that all monthly and annual tax, pension and compliance requirements are followed.Collaborating with internal and external auditors to provide timely reports as required.Work as part of Payroll team to ensure that all processes are as efficient as possible, detailed appropriately and SOX Compliant.You will have the opportunity to get involved in special projects throughout the year. You will need Experience of EMEA Payroll processes and working with payroll vendors (preferable but not essential)Proven experience of working in a dynamic environment.Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.Ability to work to strict deadlines with a high volume of transactions.Attention to detail with excellent numerical and analytical skills.Great teammate.Proficient user of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.Positive and dedicated approach to work, able to work on own initiativeGood organization skills Benefits of Working in ICON: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours. We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead. But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change. ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below. #LI-K