Legend Biotech · 2 days ago
Payroll Contractor
Somerset, New Jersey, United States
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLegend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and curing life-threatening diseases. The Payroll Contractor will support the processing of bi-weekly payroll for US-based employees, manage payroll inquiries, and ensure compliance with multistate tax regulations.
BiotechnologyHealth CareLife ScienceOncologyTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Process bi-weekly payroll for US exempt and non-exempt employees, including wages, bonuses, and equity
Review and update employee changes such as hires, terminations, LOA, pay adjustments, and job updates
Manage and resolve daily payroll emails and inquiries, escalating complex issues as needed
Work closely with HR, Benefits, Compensation, and Legal to ensure accurate employee data and smooth processing of changes
Complete assigned payroll workflows, audits, and all phases of payroll operations accurately and on time
Handle all payroll components, including off-cycle runs, manual checks, time verification, tax updates, benefit deductions, bonuses, reimbursements, leaves, and garnishments
Generate reports on taxes, withholdings, deductions, and payroll balances
Ensure compliance with multistate taxation rules and SOX requirements
Assist with annual W-2 distribution and reprint requests
Prepare recurring accounting reports and provide ongoing payroll, benefits, and headcount analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
2-4 years of experience in Payroll required
Experience with payroll processes and a willingness to learn and contribute to process improvements is required
Demonstrated working knowledge of payroll practices
Ability to recommend solutions using independent judgment on moderately complex issues, work independently, or in a team environment
Possess strong customer service orientation and a high level of accuracy
Knowledge of federal, state, and local wage and hour and payroll tax laws and regulations
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and solid Excel spreadsheet skills
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize multiple tasks, and attention to detail
Ability to maintain and process confidential information
Preferred
Familiarity with the life sciences industry is preferred but not required
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one
Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles
Eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment
Paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, 11 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal assistance
Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Commuter benefits
Family planning and care resources
Well-being initiatives
Peer-to-peer recognition programs
Company
Legend Biotech
Legend Biotech is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes novel cell therapies for oncology.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Legend Biotech has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (30)
2024 (11)
2023 (14)
2022 (7)
2021 (6)
2020 (13)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750.45M2023-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2022-07-25Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2020-06-05IPO
Leadership Team
Carlos Santos
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Bash
President, CARVYKTI
Recent News
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