Manager, Time and Attendance and Payroll Technology

The Manager, Time & Attendance and Payroll Technology is responsible for managing all technological aspects of the time & attendance (T&A) application and payroll reporting to support all U.S. and Canadian businesses. The incumbent collaborates directly with all levels of the organization in HRIS, IT, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Legal, Finance, Plant Personnel, Procurement and Third Party Vendors.

The Manager, Time & Attendance and Payroll Technology is the subject matter expert on the design and implementing policy and controls for data integrity, data security, and compliance standards - including audit processes. The incumbent is responsible for managing the end-to-end functional process flow of payroll reporting from the generation of the labor distribution through the preparation of the accounting interfaces files that are used by shared services for posting the payroll accounting data. Also, responsible for ensuring systematic controls are in place to support the accurate and timely processing of all payroll interface files (Payroll, Benefits, Union dues deductions for 50+ unions etc.), payroll general ledger interfaces, and payroll billings to the businesses.

This position also manages individuals who research, evaluate, and recommend process improvements around tools/processes utilizing technology. Manage the day-to-day functions and projects of the payroll technology support team. The incumbent is responsible for training, leading, and developing his/her staff by establishing team and individual goals.

• Lead the overall functionality of the corporate T&A application.
• Lead and manage initial set up, controls and ongoing maintenance of T&A application, including: pay and work rules; work schedules; accruals; assignment of licenses and badges; loading employee paid time off balances; security access; hardware orders (clocks) and connectivity; and interfaces between the time and attendance, payroll and accounting systems.
• Responsible for monitoring the corporate T&A costs in compliance with the contractual agreement between Saint-Gobain and the vendor for the following items: annual software support; hardware maintenance, equipment (clocks); licensing (manager, timekeeper, web, accruals, and attendance); enhancement modules (Advanced Scheduler, Data Hub, Analytics), and upgrades.
• Evaluate and strategically review Business Unit activity and proactively seeks quotes for enhancements and upgrades to achieve optimal system performance, products and services by the vendor. Reviews services offered and pricing with third party vendors analyzing business unit trends and customer requests. Lead system integration testing that requires T&A data in support of program enhancements, system releases, upgrades and disaster recovery testing in the payroll system.
• Manage the review of Business Unit requests and inquiries; works closely with team lead to analyze team approach to responses and actions ensuring time to resolution is in compliance with customer service commitments.
• Manage, develop, and provide guidance to a staff of 7 salary employees. Oversee staff workload and monitors team performance adhering to the service level commitments (productivity, efficiency and cost effectiveness). Responsible for their annual reviews for merit/bonus along with assigning team and individual goals while working with them on their personal development objectives.
• Responsible for managing the end-to-end functional process flow of payroll reporting from the generation of the labor distribution through the preparation of the accounting interfaces files that are used by shared services for posting the payroll accounting data. Also, responsible for managing all systematic controls are in place to support the accurate and timely processing of all payroll interface files (Payroll, Benefits, Union dues deductions for 65+ unions etc.), payroll general ledger interfaces, and payroll billings to the various businesses.
• Ensure payroll system configuration is in compliance with Federal, State, Provincial governmental regulations and union contract language relevant to payroll practices, paid-time-off business policies, overtime, shifts, meal breaks, etc. across U.S. and Canada.
• Manage the reconciliation of union dues deductions generated from the payroll system prior to the transmission to the Payroll Accounting Shared Service (PASS) general ledger system and the payment process.
• Key stakeholder in the Time & Attendance Governance Committee. Responsible for participating in quarterly Time & Attendance Governance meetings by preparing and presenting project updates, implementing recommendations, presenting items for discussion and decisions and recording meeting minutes for distribution.
• Manage all UKG Time & Attendance tickets and data for metrics and KPI reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience in the required field
• 10+ years of experience in an automated timekeeping system
• 10+ years of comprehensive payroll experience
• 5+ years in managing direct reports and managing in a virtual organization
• Experience in the manufacturing industry
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred
• Strong project management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of UKG Pro WFM System
• Knowledge of accounting principles and wage and hourly laws
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workday Payroll preferred

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $111,000 to $177,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 15% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $124,300 to $198,800. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Well-being - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
  
  
  
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • LiveWell Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
  
  
  
  
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
  
  
  
  • 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
  • Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
  • Accident Insurance
  
  
  
  
• Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
  
  
  
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Group Legal
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance and Discounts
  • Back-up Child and Elder Care
  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
  • Volunteer Day