Sun Life
Location
Portland, ME | United States
Job description
You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.
Job Description:
Location : We support US flexible working arrangements in the contiguous 48 states.
At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.
The opportunity:
Reporting to the Director, Payroll Operations, the Associate Director, Payroll Operations will oversee all payroll functions for Ireland and the United States. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, tax and benefit processing while adhering to the local policies, regulations, and compliance requirements within their mandate. The Associate Director will actively lead and participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of payroll systems, policies, procedures, and leads the best practices and continuous improvement activities in collaboration with partners and stakeholders. This position will also be accountable for supporting all payroll-related audits, vendor management, reporting, and payroll related escalations.
How you will contribute:
Manage and lead a team of 5-7 payroll specialists supporting over 6,000 employees in the U.S. and Ireland including development and performance management
Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and delivery of the organization’s payroll
Lead year-end processes including employee tax slips, forms and submission of government filings within established deadlines
Ensure payroll functions adherence to local policies, regulations, and compliance requirements
Act as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders (Tax, Legal and HR) and external consultants in developing tax strategies that align to business strategic objectives and in compliance with local Municipal, State and Federal tax and reporting regulations
Monitor US/Ireland employment tax regulation requirements through strategic relationships with payroll tax service providers, authorities, agencies vendors/external stakeholders and provide updates and make recommendations for changes to tax positions to business stakeholders (Tax, Legal, HR)
Support all internal and external payroll related reporting requests
Ensure standardizations across countries and conduct periodic payroll controls to ensure all payroll process documentations are maintained and updated
Support all payroll initiatives as required including transformation of the function
Build and maintain excellent working relations with internal stakeholders and vendors for all payroll related activities and improvements
Acts as the main point of contact for the Tier 2 support for all payroll related inquiries for the US and Ireland
Support all internal and external audits, and SOX reviews
Ensure accurate maintenance and controls for payroll data recording keeping
Perform other duties as required in support of Company objectives
What you will bring with you:
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Excellent knowledge of US and Ireland Payroll processes, taxations, experience with ADP GlobalView and/or other payroll systems
Experience in payroll accounting (general ledger entries, reconciliations, etc.) and Financial systems (Oracle, etc.)
Service-orientation and high degree of client focus, ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams
Ability to prioritize and support multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines, leveraging data analytics insights to drive action
Strong process improvement and change management skills
Able to work in a fast-paced, high volume setting in our growing company.
Proven leadership capability and strong results orientation
Strong coaching and performance management skills
Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or related field
Payroll designation or another formal payroll training would be an asset
Minimum of 10+ years HR and 7+ years progressive payroll experience in a management role, including supervision of staff
Experience with Agile & Design thinking & process improvement methodologies and knowledge of the full project life cycle is an asset
Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.
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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life
Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more
Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account
A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture
Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.
Named as a “Top 10” employer by the Boston Globe's “Top Places to Work” two years running
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.
Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at to learn more.
At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email [email protected] to request an accommodation.
At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
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Job Category:
Human Resources
Posting End Date:
28/03/2024
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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