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≈ $36k – $81k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Tokyo)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 17, 2026.

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Elsevier is a Dutch scientific, technical and medical information and analytics company headquartered in Amsterdam that publishes journals and books and builds research and clinical decision tools such as ScienceDirect, Scopus and ClinicalKey. Founded in 1880 and owned by the RELX group, it serves researchers, universities, hospitals and healthcare professionals worldwide, with large offices in London, Oxford, Philadelphia, New York, Chennai and Bengaluru. It hires software, data and site reliability engineers, AI engineers, product managers, journal editors, publishing and client success consultants, and solution and sales consultants.

Are you interested in joining a global business?

Do you contributing in a payroll analyst position?

About the Role

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations and ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll. The role is responsible for maintaining payroll data, preparing payroll submissions and reports, assisting with compliance activities, and providing payroll-related support to employees and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve routine payroll issues independently.

Responsibilities

  • Validating, inputting, and maintaining payroll data to support accurate payroll processing.
  • Preparing payroll for bank submission and entry into financial systems.
  • Processing manual payments when required.
  • Preparing payroll reports and reconciliations.
  • Maintaining payroll documentation and records management systems.
  • Supporting payroll reporting, analytics, and data collection activities.
  • Responding to payroll-related inquiries and providing guidance on policies and procedures.
  • Assisting with audits, tax-related payroll activities, and compliance requirements.
  • Ensuring payroll activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
  • Building effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and service partners.
  • Contributing to process improvement initiatives and operational efficiency.
  • Maintaining knowledge of payroll regulations, technology, and industry best practices through ongoing development.

Requirements

  • 5-7 years of experience in payroll administration, payroll operations, or a related function.
  • Experience processing payroll data and supporting payroll reconciliations and reporting.
  • Knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, policies, and procedures.
  • Experience working with spreadsheets, databases, and payroll systems.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and recommend solutions.
  • Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience supporting audits and payroll-related tax activities preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and solve problems in a structured manner.

Preferred Skills

  • Payroll Management
  • Customer Service Delivery
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Payroll Compliance & Regulations
  • Tax Preparation
  • Spreadsheet & Database Reporting
  • Auditing
  • Problem Solving
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Action Planning

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career.

Come Join Us!

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Clickhereto access benefits specific to your location.

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