Job Opportunities Manager Payroll Operations & Services
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: AtlantaGAUnited States
Job ID:82869
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators escalators and moving walks safely transport more than twobillion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team youll discover meaningful work that enhancesquality of life for communities and contribute to making places more accessibleinclusive and sustainable for all. By joining us you dont justbecome part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue ourrich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a
Manager Payroll Operations & Services
Your main responsibilities
Please Note: This is not a remote role
Primary Function:
As the Payroll Operations Lead you will oversee a team of 89 payroll professionals including a manager-level direct report ensuring the quality accuracy and timeliness of payroll and expense processing. As a key member of the Business Service Center (BSC) management team you will help shape the vision define strategy and drive best practices in payroll operations leveraging technology and process excellence to deliver high-impact results.
Essential Functions:
Lead the day-to-day operations of the Payroll and Expense department managing multiple complex payrolls weekly while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and internal controls.
Serve as the subject matter expert and escalation point for complex payroll issues developing deep expertise in payroll systems and processes.
Partner with Finance and Human Resources to develop and implement best practices for payroll and expense allocation tracking and reporting.
Develop monitor and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure high levels of service accuracy and efficiency across payroll and expense functions.
Lead all payroll and expense system projects and upgrades including change management planning and cross-functional collaboration.
Drive standardization automation and continuous improvement initiatives across payroll and expense operations ensuring alignment with internal policies and external requirements.
Maintain and update process documentation policies and procedures to support compliance and operational excellence.
Identify and implement process improvements that reduce turnaround times and enhance service delivery.
Oversee internal audits and manage responses to external data requests related to payroll and expense functions.
Maintain senior leader visibility by proactively managing escalations and delivering consistent high-quality service.
What you bring
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Business Finance Accounting or a related field AND/OR 10 years of progressive experience in payroll operations and management including direct team leadership.
Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze and interpret payroll data to inform decision-making.
Proven ability to lead inspire and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies preferred (e.g. process mapping root cause analysis 5S project chartering).
Proficiency in payroll systems; experience with SAP and/or ADP GlobalView strongly preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated success in driving process improvements and managing complex projects.
Whats in it for you
- Fully vested 401k match up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
- Competitive Medical Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
- 3 weeks vacation which increases with tenure 7 sick days 3 floating holidays and8 Company Observed Holidays.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
- Parental Leave 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of achilds birth or adoption.
- A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Dayforce
- Paychex
- Payroll Management
- Ceridian
- Paylocity
- SOX
- Payroll
- ADP
- Kronos
- Human Resources
- JD Edwards
- Workday
About Company
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to maki ... View more
