Our story
At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight."
Our Values:
Champion People - be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.
Grow with purpose - Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.
Be Alight - act with integrity, be real and empower others.
It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team's expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.
With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.
Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.
Learn more at careers.alight.com.
Payroll Associate
Join our Professional Operations team!
About The Role
An experienced professional with a primary focus on medium complexity delivery, error diagnostics, and intermediate functional or technical experience.
The Payroll Management (PMA) function is responsible for executing the end-to-end payroll cycle; they are responsible for the tactical execution of payroll.
The work you will do
Tactical Execution of PayrollOff-Cycle PayrollsExecute all necessary downstream payroll activitiesExecution of reconciliationExecution of SOC1 Controls related to payrollHandle communication with clients connected to payroll outputs.Analyze any deviation to Payroll Calendar and inform BPM for communication with the customerValidate impacts of changes made into the system for the next payroll.Consult the COE team when specific expertise is necessary
Complexity
Activities involve many different and unrelated processes and methods related to a specific body of knowledge or discipline.What needs to be done includes assessing unusual circumstances, variations in approach, and incomplete or conflicting data.Requires making decisions such as the interpretation of data, planning of work or process, or method improvement.
Requirements
Functional Competency:
HR/Payroll Administration
A basic understanding of HR and payroll processes, practices, and associated legislation and effectively applying this knowledge.Understanding the scope of services and key performance indicators (KPIs) that apply to their role.At least have 3 to 5 years of experience.
Tools and Systems
Understands how the available tools and systems enable the delivery of service excellence.Uses these tools and systems effectively and consistently.
Legislative & Internal Compliance
Understands external, client, and internal compliance requirements. Applies relevant business controls.Escalates compliance issues where they arise.
Data Analysis & Resolution
Effectively gathers and analyzes data and uses this to identify and initiate appropriate solutions at a team level.Able to use analysis to provide valuable management information.Validates the accuracy of data to resolve inconsistencies.
Prioritization Skills
Understands and delivers on the relevant priorities.Provides proactive updates, follows up on activities, and informs others when work is completed.Use time effectively and prevent irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree holderWith at least 2 years of experience in end-to-end PH PayrollMust have background in SAP Payroll and with good communication skillsPractical application in computerized payroll systems, preferably SAP Knowledge and experience
What we offer
Flexible work shift timings partially home based. Sophisticated career development initiatives. Transparent reward and recognition schemes. Innovative industry leading company.
Flexible Working
So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and "Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs" 5 years in a row.
Benefits
We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, statutory retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.
By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.
At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.
Diversity Policy Statement
Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.
Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.
Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.
Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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