Payroll Lead

Job SummaryPayroll at IEEE runs across seven countries and 1,500 people. We are looking for a Payroll Lead who can work independently and lead payroll processes from start to finish. Our ideal candidate will help modernize processes through analytics and the smart use of AI. This is the senior working role on the team and involves: Running the full operation, from bi-weekly multi-state payroll to monthly international payrolls across roughly 1,500 employees;Keeping payroll compliant across every jurisdiction, from multi-state tax and wage rules to garnishments and regulatory notices; andOwning 401(k) and retirement plan administration, where accuracy carries real stakes. The right person has 7+ years of multi-state payroll experience and is both ownership-minded and solutions-focused. ADP Workforce Now experience is required, and a CPP is preferred. This is a hybrid role expected to be in the office up to 3 days a week. Sound like your kind of challenge? We would like to hear from you. Apply through the link below. Key ResponsibilitiesRun the full payroll operation end to end, from bi-weekly multi-state domestic payroll to monthly international payrolls across six countries, working directly with in-country providers ensuring compliance across the boardOwn 401(k) and retirement plan administration, including contribution funding, recordkeeper reconciliations, and projections for senior leadershipServe as the working lead on internal payroll systems, from timekeeping and year-end to upgrades, testing, and the analytics and AI improvements that modernize functionalityOwn the process documentation that keeps the whole function audit-ready, limiting points of failure EducationBachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience required Work Experience7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-state US payroll processing requiredExperience processing or coordinating international payroll through third-party providers requiredExperience with retirement plan payroll administration, including contribution funding, reconciliation, and recordkeeper coordination requiredExperience providing work direction, training, or mentoring to other payroll staff requiredExperience creating and maintaining written process documentation requiredExperience with time and attendance system administration and leave of absence payroll processing preferredExperience supporting payroll system implementations, conversions, or upgrades preferred Licenses and CertificationsCertified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred Skills And RequirementsAdvanced proficiency with payroll systems, preferably ADP Workforce Now, including reporting and system configuration awareness.Advanced Excel skills, including reconciliation of large data sets; proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and process documentation tools.Working knowledge of federal, state, local, and international payroll regulations, filing and compliance requirements, and employee benefit program rules including 401(k), DCR, and leave administration. Other RequirementsAs defined in IEEE Policies, individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply. PLEASE NOTE: This position is not budgeted for employer-sponsored immigration support, this includes all persons in F (both CPT and OPT), J, H, L, or O status. For information on work demands and conditions required for this position, please consult the reference document, ADA Requirements. This position is classified under Category I - Office Positions. 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.===============================================Disclaimer: This job description is proprietary to IEEE. It outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.