Lead - Payroll NA at Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role - Payroll Lead (Centennial CO)

We are currently searching for a Payroll Lead for our North America region (United States, Canada, Mexico and Dominican Republic). Our mission is to pay employees accurately and on time every time, while keeping our costs controlled and complying with all regulatory requirements. This is an exciting and transformational opportunity that will lead the Payroll Team in the administration of Employee Entitlements both from an internal perspective and compliance with legislative requirements. 

In this highly visible and critical role, you will support the establishment of the payroll governance framework and supporting processes and oversee the performance of both internal payroll teams as well as payroll service providers and keep all agreements current. This role will partner with senior leaders and internal stakeholders to develop strong partnerships with the Finance, Legal, HR and People Services teams. 

This is a key role within our team, where exceptional communication, organizational and the ability to influence senior stakeholders and perform in a dynamic, fast paced environment will see you thrive.

Work Schedule:  Monday through Friday, Hybrid work schedule 3 days in Centennial office 
 

What you will be doing

• Management of the payroll services teams across the full region/countries including supporting, mentoring and training. 
• Management of internal and external payroll escalations. 
• Manage approvals relating to payroll processing and third party payments
• Maintain Payroll Governance Framework and supporting processes 
• Management of internal and external audit and reporting requirements
• Accountability for Employee record management related to payroll 
• Accountability for leave management advice and compliance
• Accountability for management of Service Now related to payroll & ensuring team is adhering to SLA’s
• Accountability for payroll GL reconciliation if required
• Accountability for input into applicable agreement review process, implementation and periodic audit of agreement clauses within the payroll system.
• Accountability to support Payroll team with end of year processes and reporting and liaisons with Finance.
• Accountability for regular & Adhoc business reporting
• Accountability for regular system audits  
• Compliance to legislation and reporting across the various countries.
• Management of Annual Rem increases & Annual OIP Bonus payments. 
• Management of outsourced payroll provider/s. 
• Management of Payroll & T&A systems – including system change requests, system upgrades
• Management of payroll communications across the business. 
• Drive management of payroll change requirements through engagement, communication and risk mitigation 
• Project involvement as required. 

What you will bring

• Role ideally suited to individuals with a minimum of (10) years’ experience in payroll operations & leadership or consulting with extensive exposure to payroll transformation case work. Experience with payroll for Canada and United States, and ideally also Mexico and Dominican Republic is preferred.
• Previous exposure in delivering payroll implementation and transformation programs. 
• Extensive Time and Attendance knowledge.
• Excellent Understanding of HR/Payroll policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
• Excellent conceptual and analytical skills, with proficiency across the Microsoft suite. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of customer service skills.
• Bilingual English and Spanish, preferred.
• Experience with “ADP – Pay at Work” and “EZ Labor Manager”, as well as “Dayforce”, preferred.
   

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, models resilience and flexibility
* Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Builds the trust of others  
* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal and communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback 
* Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, integrity & accountability
* Work effectively across business unit boundaries to develop and align diverse stakeholders 
* High level decision making & problem solving skills
* Self-motivated, well organised and logical, with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
* Strong people management and influencing skills
 

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation Range  

•    Full Time Salary
•    Annual Salary Range $110,000 and $120,000 
•    Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits (Full Time Employees) 

• Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from 
• Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from 
• Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from 
• Health Savings Account 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance  
• Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance  
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability  
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program 
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans 
• Voluntary Identity Theft Protection  
• Voluntary Legal Plan 
• 401(k) + Company Match 
• Company provided Maternity Leave 
• Company provided Bonding Leave 
• Accrued Paid Time Off  
• Paid Sick & Safe Time 
• Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays  

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.