Senior Payroll Operations Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Oversee and implement payroll functions across various pay groups and processing cycles.

• Administer payroll timelines, checklists, audits, reconciliations, and manage competing priorities.

• Assist with intricate payroll processes, including leaves of absence, international assignments, terminations, and special payments.

• Detect and address payroll inconsistencies, operational risks, and processing delays.

• Offer operational direction and indirect leadership to Payroll Analysts by organizing assignments, priorities, and progress tracking.

• Comprehend payroll dependencies within HR, Benefits, Leaves, Finance, and other areas.

• Work in conjunction with regional and global stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance payroll operations.

• Collaborate with technical teams on system challenges, business requirements, and user acceptance testing.

• Address employee payroll queries via case management systems.

• Track payroll KPIs such as accuracy, timeliness, exceptions, and case resolutions.

• Utilize AI, automation, and analytical tools to streamline workflows.

• Assist in root cause analysis and enact process enhancements.

• Apply US and Canadian payroll laws and company policies.

• Implement payroll controls, audits, and reconciliations while ensuring SOX compliance and audit standards are met.

• Keep precise payroll documentation, procedures, and records.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of progressive payroll experience in supporting US and Canadian payroll operations.

• Practical experience with Dayforce Payroll and Workday HCM; Dayforce Workforce Management experience is preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of comprehensive payroll processes, compliance obligations, and operational dependencies.

• Experience in supporting international assignees or cross-border payroll processes.

• Capacity to organize intricate workflows, manage competing priorities, and adhere to critical deadlines.

• Proven ability to collaborate within a regional payroll team in a global organization.

• Strong analytical, Excel, problem-solving, and communication capabilities.

• Background in payroll audits, case management, process enhancement, and performance metrics.

• Familiarity with AI and automation tools aimed at improving payroll efficiency and precision.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience; CPP, PCP, or PLP certification is preferred.

• Requirement for background checks at the offer stage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Matching 401(k)

• Paid time off

• Wellness program

• Employee discounts for Sony products

• Potential eligibility for a bonus package

• Background checks conducted at the offer stage