Manager, NA Payroll

Johnson Controls; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Payroll Manager where you will oversee payroll operations and a dedicated team. This hybrid position at Johnson Controls allows for professional growth through meaningful projects. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of payroll laws.

Benefits

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits package including 401K

On the job/cross training opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Dedication to safety through Zero Harm policy

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of payroll laws in U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico.
• Experience managing payroll teams is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate payroll reconciliations and supervise a team of payroll specialists.
• Manage post payroll activities and ensure compliance with policies.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting on payroll issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Workday Payroll

ADP Smart Compliance

Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer:

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care

On the job/cross training opportunities

Encouraging and collaborative team environment

Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do:

You will coordinate the processing of multiple payroll reconciliations and audits . I n accordance with company policies, procedures, and sound business practices, manage the day - to - day tactical post payroll activities and supervise a team of three payroll ops specialists

How you will do it:

Accomplishes post payroll objectives by selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees

Ensures that tasks are completed by team members timely and accurately, validates check lists, controls and audits are being performed

Meets payroll post operational standards by contributing information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying system/process improvements

Review system audit reports and identifies and resolves discrepancies, oversees the post payroll operations reconciliations that are being performed and works to close out reconciling items

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies

Accomplishes organization/ NA payroll goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment

Overall management of off-cycle and on-cycle payroll runs

Implementing and managing payroll procedures and policies. Ensuring compliance with all relevant payroll laws and regulations.

Supervising payroll staff, providing training and guidance, and managing performance

Collaborating with HR, benefits team, time and attendance team, and accounting departments on various payroll related issues

Complete other duties as assigned

What we look for:

5 years relevant experience

Proven ability to work independently with good analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes related to payroll (U.S. Canada, Puerto Rico)

Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written

Ability to analyze, solve problems and improve processes

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Ability to prioritize work and multi-task successfully

Experience with Workday Payroll

ADP Smart Compliance knowledge

High attention to detail

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPP or FCP certification

Experience managing a payroll team

This is a hybrid position and will require working on site 3 days per week at our Glendale, WI office.

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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law . If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here .

About the company

Johnson Controls International is an American Irish-domiciled multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland, that produces fire, HVAC, and security equipment for buildings.

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