Payroll Operations - Associate

Make an impact on a process that touches employees every day. In this role, you will help deliver accurate, timely payroll outcomes while improving controls and driving automation. You will partner with teams across the US and India to solve problems quickly and prevent issues before they reach employees. If you enjoy combining payroll expertise with process improvement and data-driven thinking, this role offers strong opportunity to grow.

As a Payroll Operations Associate on the US Payroll Operations team, you will support end-to-end payroll execution and validation in Oracle HCM Payroll for a large, complex employee population. You will develop a strong understanding of how data flows from upstream transactions through calculation and disbursement, using that knowledge to identify risks and implement preventative controls. You will contribute to continuous improvement by enhancing processes and building automation using tools such as Alteryx and Pega. You will also produce meaningful reporting and insights that help leaders make decisions and improve outcomes for employees.
 

Job responsibilities

• Oversee US payroll processing and ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Lead payroll operations using Oracle HCM Payroll, including troubleshooting and system enhancements.
• Design and implement process improvements to optimize payroll efficiency.
• Drive automation projects using Alteryx and Pega.
• Collaborate with US and India teams to resolve complex payroll issues and share best practices.
• Prepare and deliver payroll analytics and reports to management.
• Maintain payroll documentation and support audit activities.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership and global teams.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Human Resources
• Demonstrate at least 5 years of experience in payroll or HR operations.
• Show advanced expertise in Oracle HCM Payroll or similar payroll systems.
• Exhibit strong control mindset and experience in payroll compliance frameworks.
• Lead process improvement and automation initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership and global teams.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Uphold confidentiality and compliance in payroll processes.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Possess experience leading US payroll transformation or optimization projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of US payroll regulations and compliance.
• Show experience with payroll automation and analytics.
• Display advanced knowledge of automation tools such as Alteryx and Pega.
• Hold certification in payroll or HR systems.