Global Payroll HRIS Analyst

About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

About the Role

We are seeking a Global Payroll HRIS Analyst to join our Firm. This position will be based in our White Plains, NY office (hybrid).

• Responsible for the implementation, configuration, enhancement, and maintenance of payroll technology globally to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing.
• Troubleshoots payroll system issues, performs data audits, implements system upgrades, creates reports, and ensures system compliance with local statutory requirements across multiple countries.
• Acts as the liaison between Payroll, Benefits, Human Resources, and system vendors to maximize system efficiency.
• Creates and updates payroll procedures and provides analysis of payroll operations globally.
• Responsible for multi-country payroll implementations and enhancements across payroll systems, ensuring compliance with local payroll statutory requirements.
• Designs, tests, deploys, and troubleshoots new payroll system features, standards, procedures, calculated fields, and reports, with particular focus on international offices.
• Troubleshoots payroll system issues for multi-country operations and collaborates across teams to ensure seamless and efficient payroll processing.
• Maintains data quality and timely updates of global payroll configurations.
• Provides system expertise, addresses risks and issues through effective contingency plans, proper escalation; prepares project schedules, and ensures requirements are addressed during enhancements/process re-engineering.
• Performs Workday system analysis and consults with the technology team members and other stakeholders to offer solutions using best practices.
• Instrumental in the design, implementation, and support of new payroll system functionality, particularly around both internal and external integrations for international offices.
• Provides functional support to the technical team in systems development and resolves production issues and defects reported to ensure timeliness of wage payments.
• Provides expertise for developing, designing options, and engaging with functional areas such as HCM, Compensation, Payroll, and future product direction.
• Audits payroll processes and data to ensure accuracy and compliance with local statutory requirements, on an as-needed basis.
• Recommends system enhancements to streamline processes and create efficiencies.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Regular and reliable physical presence to work as part of a team.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Knowledge of international payroll and tax laws and requirements.
• Strong project management skills for cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, planning, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of five years of related experience supporting payroll systems internationally.
• Minimum of three years of Workday HCM experience required, including experience with APIs and integrations with Workday HCM and/or similar HCM system.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Pay

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range of $100,000 - $115,000. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant), and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.