OUR STORY

　　At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team's expertise in human insights and cloud technology, allows companies and employees around the world to transform and thrive.

　　With a competitive 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. Because transformation takes a workforce.

　　Learn more at careers.alight.com

　　 THE ROLE

　　As the Senior Payroll Specialist you will be required to be a subject matter expert (SME) in all areas of payroll processing. You will be required to analyse and respond to complex issues that require comprehensive knowledge of payroll activities. As the SME, you will be responsible for supporting and improving current payroll operations in an outsourced model and therefore partner with client stakeholders, service provider a/o technical team. This to ensure and maintain the employee experience in payroll.

　　 RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Ability to support and process payroll from end to end according to the defined standards and client requirements including all associated payroll tasks and transactionsUndertake, support and manage changes when situation requiresMaintain current knowledge of legislation requirements; system updates, changes and overall payroll procedures while managing the payroll legislation road mapAnswer payroll related questions and requests; supporting the Operations functionUpdate, maintain and enforce the usage of the Defined Work Instructions (DWIs)and other process documentationAbility to resolve and support technical and functional issues escalatedEnsure compliant use of all systemsRecommend or participate in innovation activities to drive continuous improvementSupport client-operations, project implementations and go-livesParticipate in projects as needed and assigned

　　REQUIREMENTS

　　Strong knowledge of the various inputs and outputs such as third party interfaces, timekeeping, tax filing/compliance, benefits and other key areas that integrate with payrollAbility to identify and mitigate risksStrong knowledge of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPointFlexibility to support a global and fast paced environmentAttention to detailExcellent written and verbal skillsSelf-motivated and a willingness to learnAbility to collaborate and work in a team environment, as well as independently while adhering to processes and procedures Senior Specialist JL3S Senior Specialist JL3S - Delivery 3/3 Academic Degree Education and TrainingBA/BS in a business-related field such as Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education & experience5-8 years relevant experience administering Payroll in an HR consulting, HR Outsourcing or Corporate environmentExpert knowledge on payroll processes, practices and associated legislation Desirable

　　 Nice to have

　　HRIS knowledge: Workday, SAP, or PeopleSoft knowledge preferredPayroll certificationsExperience managing small-medium scale projects

　　Flexible/Remote Working

　　So that you can be your best at work and home, we'll consider flexible working arrangements according to business requirements.

　　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 believes diversity should be visible, valued, and sustained throughout the organization. And we're committed to enabling an inclusive culture of belonging that engages all colleagues and grows the diversity of our talent to proudly represent the clients and communities we serve.

　　As an affirmative action employer, we adhere to the principles of equal employment opportunity in the workplace as defined in our diversity policy statement.

　　Diversity Policy Statement

　　Alight does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, gender, 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 employment 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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