Payroll Operations Lead
Core
Senior payroll processor ensuring operational excellence, accuracy, and timely execution of payroll transactions for a large global organization.
Role type
Senior IC payroll operations lead
Builds
Accurate and compliant payroll cycles for 10,000+ employees
Domain
Retail / Payroll Administration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production payroll cycles
Required skills
Multi-state payroll administration, UKG and HRM systems proficiency, process documentation and audit compliance, stakeholder communication, data integrity management, special payment processing (bonuses, severance), system testing and change support, process optimization and gap analysis
Preferred skills
FCP or CPP certification, Bachelor's in HR/Accounting/Finance
Technologies
UKG, HRM systems, Microsoft Office (Excel)
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day payroll processing and ensure timely execution; Maintain process documentation and support internal/external audits; Coordinate daily team schedules and manage coverage gaps; Serve as escalation point for payroll issues; Partner with stakeholders to ensure data integrity; Administer payroll per policies and regulations; Process special and one-time payments; Support system changes and automation projects; Analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC