Manager, Payroll

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

We are looking for a Payroll Manager to join our Payroll team. In this role, you will take a leadership position in the strategic management of payroll operations, driving continuous improvements and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

About the Team & Department

The Payroll team at AGC Biologics consists of five dedicated professionals and operates within the Finance Department and in close collaboration with People and Culture (P&C)The Finance Department at AGC Biologics plays a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective financial reporting and control systems for the Copenhagen site. By creating value-oriented processes and providing actionable insights into business activities, the department enables better decision-making and supports organizational growth. Key responsibilities include financial planning, resource allocation, monitoring financial performance, and delivering timely fiscal status reports.

About the Role

As a Payroll Manager, reporting to the Finance VP, you will lead and oversee the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with company policies and external regulations.

Your Primary Tasks Will Be

• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate preparation, calculation, and disbursement in compliance with legal and company standards.

• Develop and optimize payroll strategies, policies, and practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and tax laws; stay updated on legislative changes and validate payroll reports for accuracy.

• Resolve complex payroll issues and discrepancies, implementing solutions to improve processes and prevent recurrence.

• Manage and optimize payroll systems, ensuring accurate processing and data integrity; collaborate with IT on upgrades and improvements.

• Analyze payroll metrics to identify and drive improvements that align with organizational goals.

• Collaborate with P&C and Finance to align payroll with business processes and support cross-functional initiatives.

• Lead and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of performance, collaboration, and professional growth.

Leadership Skills

• Support professional development and provide coaching to direct reports.

• Delegate responsibilities effectively, providing clear objectives, priorities, and performance feedback.

• Conduct constructive performance assessments to drive improvement.

• Build a high performing, engaged team aligned with core values.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.

• Typically requires 7-10 years of relevant payroll experience, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role.

• In-depth knowledge of payroll practices, regulations, and tax laws.

• Proficiency in payroll software and systems (e.g., Visma, Workday, Promark) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Proven track record of managing payroll operations, leading a team, and driving process improvements.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Application

• To apply, please submit your CV. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement.

• If we see a potential match, one of our recruiters will contact you to discuss your application.

• If both sides remain positive after this discussion, we will move forward to the assessment stage to evaluate the key skills required for the job.

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe.

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com. Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Location: Copenhagen Site