Global Payroll HRIS Analyst

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health care plan

401(k) savings plan

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Learning & development

Well-being programs

Community impact

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP's White Plains office is seeking a Global Payroll HRIS Analyst to manage international payroll systems, focusing on Workday HCM integrations and global compliance. This hybrid role requires strong analytical and project management skills to support payroll operations across multiple countries.

You will collaborate with Payroll, Benefits and HR, perform data audits, implement system upgrades, and design efficient processes while maintaining confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum five years of experience supporting payroll systems internationally.
• Minimum three years of Workday HCM experience, including APIs/integrations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-country payroll implementations and enhancements ensuring local compliance.
• Design, test, deploy, and troubleshoot payroll system features and reports, focusing on international offices.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless payroll processing and data quality.
• Audit payroll processes and data for accuracy and compliance as needed.
• Provide system expertise and contingency planning for payroll operations globally.

Skills

Payroll systems

International payroll

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday HCM

APIs & integrations

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Global Payroll HRIS Analyst

This position will be based in our White Plains NY office (hybrid). Responsible for the implementation, configuration, enhancement and maintenance of payroll technology globally to ensure accurate, compliant and timely payroll processing. Troubleshoots payroll system issues, performs data audits, implements system upgrades, creates reports, and ensures system compliance with local statutory requirements across multiple countries. Acts as the liaison between Payroll, Benefits, Human Resources and system vendors to maximize system efficiency. Creates and updates payroll procedures and provides analysis of payroll operations globally.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for multi-country payroll implementations and enhancements across payroll systems, ensuring compliance with local payroll statutory requirements.
• Designs, tests, deploys, and troubleshoots new payroll system features, standards, procedures, calculated fields, and reports, with particular focus on international offices.
• Responsible for troubleshooting payroll system issues for multi-country operations.
• Collaborates across teams to ensure seamless and efficient payroll processing.
• Maintains data quality and timely updates of global payroll configurations.
• Provides system expertise, addresses risks and issues through effective contingency plans, proper escalation; prepares project schedules, and ensures requirements are addressed during enhancements/process re-engineering.
• Performs Workday system analysis and consults with the technology team members and other stakeholders to offer solutions using best practices.
• Instrumental in the design, implementation and support of new payroll system functionality, particularly around both internal and external integrations for international offices.
• Provides functional support to the technical team in systems development and resolves production issues and defects reported to ensure timeliness of wage payments.
• Provides expertise for developing designing options and engaging with functional areas such as HCM, Compensation, Payroll, and future product direction.
• Audits payroll processes and data to ensure accuracy and compliance with local statutory requirements, on an as-needed basis.
• Recommends system enhancements to streamline processes and create efficiencies.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Regular and reliable physical presence to work as part of a team.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Knowledge of international payroll and tax laws and requirements.
• Demonstrates strong project management skills for cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrates excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational, planning, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates close attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of five years of related experience supporting payroll systems internationally.
• Minimum of three years of Workday HCM experience required, including experience with APIs and integrations with Workday HCM and or similar HCM system.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed below.

Salary Details

$100,000 - $115,000

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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