Senior Payroll & HRIS Operations Manager

Greater Jamaica Development Corporation (GJDC); Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Greater Jamaica Development Corporation is seeking a Manager of Payroll & HRIS Operations to oversee payroll processing, HRIS administration, and compliance across the organization.

You will lead cross-functional teams in payroll, HR data management, and reporting, driving process improvements and ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence. A CPP or equivalent certification is preferred, with 7–10 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive payroll, HRIS, and operations experience.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll platforms.
• CPP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee bi-weekly payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Oversee payroll reconciliations, payroll-related general ledger activity, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee employee deductions, including benefits, garnishments, retirement contributions, and other withholdings.
• Ensure accurate payroll tax administration, filings, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage PTO, leave, and compensated absence calculations and tracking.
• Review and validate payroll data, employee records, earnings, and payroll adjustments.
• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and annual reporting requirements.
• Lead payroll-related audits, including workers' compensation, retirement plans, insurance audits, and external financial audits.
• Monitor and implement changes in payroll legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and improve payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as system administrator for ADP and other HRIS platforms.
• Maintain and oversee employee records, system workflows, and data management processes.
• Configure, test, and implement HRIS enhancements and system updates.
• Generate and analyze payroll, workforce, compliance, and operational reports.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across HR and payroll systems.
• Manage user access, security roles, and system permissions.
• Identify and implement process automation opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and leadership teams to optimize HRIS functionality and reporting capabilities.
• Develop HRIS procedures, documentation, and training resources.
• Provide operational support for onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Assist with benefits administration, enrollment activities, and employee benefit changes.
• Maintain personnel files and employee documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance tracking, reporting, and audit preparation activities.
• Oversee I-9 processing and employment eligibility documentation.
• Assist with leave administration, including coordination and recordkeeping for applicable leave programs.
• Support implementation and administration of HR policies and procedures.
• Manage record retention processes and HR documentation practices.
• Process employee status changes, job changes, compensation updates, and related transactions.
• Support HR administrative procedures and operational initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with payroll, employment, and recordkeeping regulations.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain internal controls related to payroll and HRIS processes.
• Prepare and analyze recurring and ad hoc reports for management and regulatory requirements.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
• Partner with Finance and Human Resources leadership to support organizational objectives and compliance requirements.
• Provide recommendations to executive leadership regarding payroll operations, HRIS administration, compliance requirements, internal controls, and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with Human Resources leadership to support employee lifecycle processes, benefits administration, workforce data management, and policy implementation.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve payroll accuracy, data integrity, process efficiency, and employee service delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships across departments to ensure alignment of payroll, HRIS, and HR operations processes.
• Support organizational audits, strategic initiatives, system implementations, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote a culture of accountability, customer service, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Support additional duties, projects, and responsibilities as needed to advance departmental and organizational goals.
• Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills

HRIS management

Payroll administration

ADP Workforce Now

Data analysis & reporting

Excel (advanced)

Process automation

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field

CPP certification preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Greater Jamaica Development Corporation is seeking a Manager of Payroll & HRIS Operations to oversee payroll processing, HRIS administration, and compliance across the organization.

You will lead cross-functional teams in payroll, HR data management, and reporting, driving process improvements and ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence. A CPP or equivalent certification is preferred, with 7–10 years of relevant experience.