Abbott
Payroll Analyst
– Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines, serving people in more than 160 countries.
Working at Abbott
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit – an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries and named one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
A diverse, inclusive culture that supports working mothers, female executives and scientists.
The Opportunity This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the CHR Corporate Human Resources division. The Payroll Analyst will support the Payroll Operations team in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for U.S. and Puerto Rico employees. This role is critical to maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function.
Responsibilities
Assist in processing weekly and bi‑weekly payroll for U.S. and Puerto Rico employees using payroll systems (e.g., Workday).
Review payroll records, payroll inputs, and deductions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and deductions in a timely and professional manner.
Collaborate with HR, Benefits, Timekeeping and Data Integrity teams to ensure payroll alignment.
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and reports.
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency.
Stay informed of changes in federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
2+ years of payroll experience, preferably in a large corporate environment.
Strong understanding of payroll systems and timekeeping tools (e.g., Kronos, Workday).
Knowledge of U.S. payroll laws and regulations (FLSA, IRS, state tax rules).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC certification.
Experience with multi‑state payroll and union/non‑union environments.
Familiarity with payroll reporting and analytics tools.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
www.abbottbenefits.com
The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 – $120,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Finance and Accounting / Auditing
Hospitals and Health Care
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at
www.abbott.com , on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
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– Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines, serving people in more than 160 countries.
Working at Abbott
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit – an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries and named one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
A diverse, inclusive culture that supports working mothers, female executives and scientists.
The Opportunity This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the CHR Corporate Human Resources division. The Payroll Analyst will support the Payroll Operations team in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for U.S. and Puerto Rico employees. This role is critical to maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function.
Responsibilities
Assist in processing weekly and bi‑weekly payroll for U.S. and Puerto Rico employees using payroll systems (e.g., Workday).
Review payroll records, payroll inputs, and deductions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and deductions in a timely and professional manner.
Collaborate with HR, Benefits, Timekeeping and Data Integrity teams to ensure payroll alignment.
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and reports.
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency.
Stay informed of changes in federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
2+ years of payroll experience, preferably in a large corporate environment.
Strong understanding of payroll systems and timekeeping tools (e.g., Kronos, Workday).
Knowledge of U.S. payroll laws and regulations (FLSA, IRS, state tax rules).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC certification.
Experience with multi‑state payroll and union/non‑union environments.
Familiarity with payroll reporting and analytics tools.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
www.abbottbenefits.com
The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 – $120,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Finance and Accounting / Auditing
Hospitals and Health Care
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at
www.abbott.com , on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
#J-18808-Ljbffr