ABB LTD Cary , NC 27518
Posted 6 days ago
Payroll Operations Manager
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Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will be managing a team of individuals responsible for end-to-end Payroll delivery of ~18,000 US and Puerto Rico (PR) employees (union and non-union) using two payroll systems, SAP and Workday, and five time keeping systems that integrate with SAP and Workday. The role works with vendors, Payroll Time, HR, IS and other business units to share best practices, deliver projects, and facilitate lessons learned. In addition, the role sets deadlines and effectively coordinates activities to deliver objectives. The role also drives process improvements and assists in the evaluation and redesign of processes and technical solutions. This position requires the ability to work a hybrid schedule (3 days in the office and 2 days remotely, #LI-Hybrid) from our Cary, NC office.
Ensures that US/PR payroll services are delivered in accordance with all ABB policy directives and in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations
Proposes and implements the strategic direction of the US/PR Payroll Services organization
Champions ABB core values and LEAN initiatives
Provides subject matter expertise related to payroll operations
Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, payroll time processing including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, fringe benefits, imputed income and other deductions
Contributes expertise to local and global projects with responsibility for assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and deliverables
Drives implementation of streamlined practices and processes across areas of responsibility which will result in cost reduction, improved internal control, process efficiency and excellent customer satisfaction
Governs compliance with ABB policies, FLSA regulations, wage and tax laws, segregation of duties, SOX and other federal and state legislation affecting payroll
Drives a mindset of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to constantly challenge the status-quo (especially processes that are manual/repetitive)
Qualifications for the role
Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of payroll including time experience (inclusive of 2+ years leading a team) or an equivalent combination of experience and education
Experience supporting payroll operations for an organization with at least 5K employees
Workday and/or SAP payroll module experience preferred
Experience in a shared services environment and SAAS Systems
Knowledge of HR practices, laws, policies and procedures
Hands-on experience with multi-state and multi-company payroll
Exceptional analytical, communication and leadership skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and other MS Office applications
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt well to changing priorities to meet deadlines
Strong detail orientation and time management skills
Professional demeanor and strong executive presence
Must maintain confidential information discreetly and protect employee privacy
Previous experience managing teams
CPP certification and ADP experience
Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US
Benefits
Retirement plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Healthcare plan
Wellbeing program
More about us
Global Business Services (GBS) is ABB's shared services organization which delivers operational and expert services in Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, Legal, Global Travel Services and external Customer Contact Centers. With employees based in five main hubs and front offices, GBS provides mainly Business services to ABB teams across the globe as well as supports with external customer inquiries. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M.
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