Subject Matter Expert - US Payroll

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact and expert resource for the US Payroll Transactions team regarding payroll process transactions and payroll system operations.
• Lead the end-to-end payroll transaction processing lifecycle, including special pay, adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and off-cycle payroll run.
• Ensure payroll transactions comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies and audit requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Payroll Operations, HR, Finance, and IT teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and system issues.
• Partner with IT and vendor partners to troubleshoot, test, and implement payroll system enhancements or fixes.
• Assist in payroll audits and compliance reviews by preparing documentation and explaining payroll transaction controls.
• Provide training and guidance to payroll team members to enhance transaction processing knowledge and quality.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Support payroll reporting and data analysis related to payroll transactions for leadership insight.
• Maintain detailed documentation of payroll transaction processes, system configurations, and business rules.
• Stay current with US payroll legislation and technology trends to keep payroll practices up to date.

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Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in US payroll processing or payroll operations.
• Proven expertise in payroll transaction processing, including special pays, garnishments, and off-cycle payroll.
• Strong knowledge of US payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
• Experience working with payroll systems such as SAP, ADP, Ceridian or equivalent.
• Experience working with any HCM platforms such as Infor, Workday, Success factor etc.,
• Ability to analyse complex payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with payroll audit and compliance activities is a plus.
• Familiarity with automation tools and reporting platforms is beneficial.

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What Will Put You Ahead

• Act as a trusted advisor to the payroll team and stakeholders on payroll transaction matters.
• Maintain high accuracy and compliance in payroll operations.
• Support a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning.
• Drive efficiencies and automation to enhance payroll transaction quality.
• Build strong partnerships with HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors.
• Demonstrate accountability and ownership for assigned payroll processes.