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PPL Corporation Senior Payroll Professional / Payroll Professional in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Company Summary Statement
As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.
Overview
PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS HYBRID TO ONE OF OUR LOCAL OFFICES IN: ALLENTOWN, PA OR PROVIDENCE, RI
Senior Payroll Professional :
The primary responsibility of this position is to process the company's payrolls accurately and timely utilizing applicable systems/applications and ensuring sufficient controls are in place and performed. This individual works independently, or with minimal supervision, to perform a variety of payroll, human resources or systems related assignments requiring knowledge and experience in payroll and human resources theory and practices, policies, regulations and requirements and the systems that support them. Effectively communicates payroll situations, from simple to complex, to all levels of staff and management, including senior management. Is detail oriented with the ability to see the big picture, possesses strong technical skills with the ability to solve system challenges. In this role, system and process ability is critical as the role will engage in process reviews and make recommendations for improvement. This individual has a high degree of respect for the confidentially and sensitivity of payroll and HR data and is a team player with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to excellence. This position may direct assigned personnel and will provide support to the payroll manager/supervisor for special projects.
Payroll Professional :
The primary responsibility of this position is to process or assist with processing the company's payrolls accurately and timely utilizing applicable systems/applications and ensuring sufficient controls are in place and performed. This individual works with some degree of supervision, with the goal to work more independently, to perform a variety of payroll, human resources or systems related assignments requiring some level of knowledge and experience in payroll and human resources theory and practices, policies, regulations and requirements and the systems that support them. This individual effectively communicates payroll situations to staff and management and is detail oriented with the ability to see the big picture, possesses technical skills with the ability to solve system challenges. This individual has a high degree of respect for the confidentially and sensitivity of payroll and HR data and is a team player with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to excellence.
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Responsibilities
Senior Payroll Professional :
Processes the biweekly/monthly payrolls for multiple companies incorporating pay rules from multiple labor unions, regulatory agencies and corporate policies and
Ensures HCM employee data is updated and maintained accurately and timely, including exception items such as retroactive adjustments, garnishments, deductions,
Ensures adequate controls are in place and effectively performed to ensure the accurate and timely execution of the company's payroll and related processes and
Leverages technology to process payroll in both Oracle HCM and ADP, in depth ability to setup, maintain, manage, and report from both
Researches and analyzes payroll and HR situations, from simple to complex, and ensure appropriate solutions are implemented accurately and timely with little to no
Identifies and/or participates in the identification of enhancements and process improvements in payroll and human resource products, processes and services through process improvements and control
Provides operation departments with expertise on payroll and human resources processes and compliance matters and provide guidance and directions to PPL
Designs, developments, tests and implements new systems, processes, and solutions to support payroll and human resources processes and Includes User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in Oracle, ADP and other systems as required
Coordinates, leads, or assists with the setup of new companies resulting from spin-offs, acquisitions and/or
Leads/participates in payroll projects, including creating and monitoring project plans, project deliverables and communications with little or no
Provides payroll tax guidance, research and coordination including biweekly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax
Provides training to employees, including setup and management of training plans,
Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with customers such as business lines, functional teams and other groups or individuals within
Meets with internal and external auditors to explain the operation of payroll
Takes on additional responsibilities and projects willingly, as
Physical presence in the office/on-site to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Payroll Professional :
Processes or assists with processing the biweekly/monthly payrolls for multiple companies incorporating pay rules from multiple labor unions, regulatory agencies and corporate policies and procedures.
Ensures HCM employee data is updated and maintained accurately and timely, including exception items such as retroactive adjustments, garnishments, deductions, etc.
Ensures adequate controls are in place and effectively performed to ensure the accurate and timely execution of the company's payroll and related processes and controls.
Leverages technology to process payroll in both Oracle HCM and ADP. Researches and analyzes payroll and HR situations and ensures appropriate solutions are implemented accurately and timely with minimal supervision.
Identifies and/or participates in the identification of enhancements and process improvements in payroll and human resource products, processes and services through process improvements and control techniques.
Provides operation departments with expertise on payroll processes and compliance matters and provide guidance and directions to PPL employees.
Designs and tests systems, processes, and solutions to support payroll and human resources processes and services. Includes User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in Oracle HCM, ADP and other systems as required
Assists with the setup of new companies resulting from spin-offs, acquisitions and/or divestitures.
Participates in payroll projects, including creating and monitoring project plans, project deliverables and communications. Provides training to employees, on payroll services,
Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with customers such as business lines, functional teams and other groups or individuals within HR.
Takes on additional responsibilities and projects willingly, as needed
Physical presence in the office/on-site to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Qualifications
Senior Payroll Professional :
Basic Qualifications -
4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
CPP Certification or 10 years of experience in Payroll
Experience with and working knowledge of payroll and human resources regulatory reporting rules and requirements
Strong controls focus and thorough understanding of controls concepts and techniques
Strong and in-depth knowledge of payroll and human resources practices, policies, requirements, regulations, processes and techniques
Experience with Oracle and other third-party payroll software (ADP, Ceridian, etc.…)
Preferred Qualifications -
Knowledge of corporate structure, policies and procedures, business line operations, and general business practices
Excellent decision-making skills
Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement techniques and methodologies
Good PC skills including Office, Email, report writing with multiple tools
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
Demonstrated excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Experience with payroll set up and design during mergers and acquisitions is a plus
Payroll Professional :
Basic Qualifications -
Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and 2 years of relevant business experience OR 4 years of relevant experience.
Experience with and working knowledge of payroll and human resources regulatory reporting rules and requirements. Strong controls focus and thorough understanding of controls concepts and techniques.
Knowledge of payroll and human resources practices, policies, requirements, regulations, processes, and techniques.
Experience with payroll software packages (ex. ADP).
Preferred Qualifications -
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
Four years of relevant experience.
CPP, FPC or other relevant certification is beneficial.
Knowledge of corporate structure, policies and procedures, business line operations, and general business practices. Excellent decision-making skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement techniques and methodologies.
Good PC skills including Office, Email, report writing with multiple tools.
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
Demonstrated excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
Experience with payroll set up and design during mergers and acquisitions is a plus.
Senior Payroll Professional :
Basic Qualifications -
4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
CPP Certification or 10 years of experience in Payroll
Experience with and working knowledge of payroll and human resources regulatory reporting rules and requirements
Strong controls focus and thorough understanding of controls concepts and techniques
Strong and in-depth knowledge of payroll and human resources practices, policies, requirements, regulations, processes and techniques
Experience with Oracle and other third-party payroll software (ADP, Ceridian, etc.…)
Preferred Qualifications -
Knowledge of corporate structure, policies and procedures, business line operations, and general business practices
Excellent decision-making skills
Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement techniques and methodologies
Good PC skills including Office, Email, report writing with multiple tools
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
Demonstrated excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Experience with payroll set up and design during mergers and acquisitions is a plus
Payroll Professional :
Basic Qualifications -
Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and 2 years of relevant business experience OR 4 years of relevant experience.
Experience with and working knowledge of payroll and human resources regulatory reporting rules and requirements. Strong controls focus and thorough understanding of controls concepts and techniques.
Knowledge of payroll and human resources practices, policies, requirements, regulations, processes, and techniques.
Experience with payroll software packages (ex. ADP).
Preferred Qualifications -
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
Four years of relevant experience.
CPP, FPC or other relevant certification is beneficial.
Knowledge of corporate structure, policies and procedures, business line operations, and general business practices. Excellent decision-making skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement techniques and methodologies.
Good PC skills including Office, Email, report writing with multiple tools.
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
Demonstrated excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
Experience with payroll set up and design during mergers and acquisitions is a plus.
Senior Payroll Professional :
Processes the biweekly/monthly payrolls for multiple companies incorporating pay rules from multiple labor unions, regulatory agencies and corporate policies and
Ensures HCM employee data is updated and maintained accurately and timely, including exception items such as retroactive adjustments, garnishments, deductions,
Ensures adequate controls are in place and effectively performed to ensure the accurate and timely execution of the company's payroll and related processes and
Leverages technology to process payroll in both Oracle HCM and ADP, in depth ability to setup, maintain, manage, and report from both
Researches and analyzes payroll and HR situations, from simple to complex, and ensure appropriate solutions are implemented accurately and timely with little to no
Identifies and/or participates in the identification of enhancements and process improvements in payroll and human resource products, processes and services through process improvements and control
Provides operation departments with expertise on payroll and human resources processes and compliance matters and provide guidance and directions to PPL
Designs, developments, tests and implements new systems, processes, and solutions to support payroll and human resources processes and Includes User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in Oracle, ADP and other systems as required
Coordinates, leads, or assists with the setup of new companies resulting from spin-offs, acquisitions and/or
Leads/participates in payroll projects, including creating and monitoring project plans, project deliverables and communications with little or no
Provides payroll tax guidance, research and coordination including biweekly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax
Provides training to employees, including setup and management of training plans,
Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with customers such as business lines, functional teams and other groups or individuals within
Meets with internal and external auditors to explain the operation of payroll
Takes on additional responsibilities and projects willingly, as
Physical presence in the office/on-site to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Payroll Professional :
Processes or assists with processing the biweekly/monthly payrolls for multiple companies incorporating pay rules from multiple labor unions, regulatory agencies and corporate policies and procedures.
Ensures HCM employee data is updated and maintained accurately and timely, including exception items such as retroactive adjustments, garnishments, deductions, etc.
Ensures adequate controls are in place and effectively performed to ensure the accurate and timely execution of the company's payroll and related processes and controls.
Leverages technology to process payroll in both Oracle HCM and ADP. Researches and analyzes payroll and HR situations and ensures appropriate solutions are implemented accurately and timely with minimal supervision.
Identifies and/or participates in the identification of enhancements and process improvements in payroll and human resource products, processes and services through process improvements and control techniques.
Provides operation departments with expertise on payroll processes and compliance matters and provide guidance and directions to PPL employees.
Designs and tests systems, processes, and solutions to support payroll and human resources processes and services. Includes User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in Oracle HCM, ADP and other systems as required
Assists with the setup of new companies resulting from spin-offs, acquisitions and/or divestitures.
Participates in payroll projects, including creating and monitoring project plans, project deliverables and communications. Provides training to employees, on payroll services,
Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with customers such as business lines, functional teams and other groups or individuals within HR.
Takes on additional responsibilities and projects willingly, as needed
Physical presence in the office/on-site to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Remote Work
The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.
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