HRIS Manager – Payroll & Time & Attendance

HRIS Manager – Payroll & Time & Attendance

Towson, MD, United States

New Britain, CT, United States

Come build something that matters.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job:  

As a HRIS Manager – Payroll & Time & Attendance, you’ll be part of our HR COEs Technology & Shared Services team working as an on-site employee.    You’ll get to:  

• Responsible for the strategic direction, governance, and operational excellence of payroll and time & attendance systems across the organization.
• Key partner to HR, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders, this role ensures that payroll and T&A practices support organizational objectives, compliance requirements, and a positive employee experience.
• Drives policy development, process harmonization, change management, and system optimization, while serving as the subject matter expert for payroll and T&A operations and technologies.
• Lead the development, refinement, and governance of payroll and time & attendance policies, operating principles, and procedures in partnership with HR, Finance, and IT.
• Advise leadership and cross-functional teams on strategic decisions impacting payroll, time & attendance, compensation, and benefits.
• Oversee strategic planning, roadmap development, and harmonization of payroll and T&A systems and processes globally.
• Gather, analyze, and translate business requirements into effective payroll and T&A solutions.
• Manage change initiatives, including communication, training, and stakeholder engagement, to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, IT, and business units to optimize operations, resolve complex issues, and ensure system integrations.
• Oversee system implementation, upgrades, and integrations with related platforms (e.g., UKG, ADP, Workday).
• Monitor system performance, compliance, and data integrity; recommend and implement improvements as needed.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in payroll and time & attendance management.
• Develop and maintain documentation, policies, and procedures for payroll and T&A systems.
• Provide expert guidance and support for audits, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Represent HR interests in payroll and T&A related projects, steering committees, and cross-functional working groups.

The Person:  

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in payroll, time & attendance systems administration, HRIS, or project management.
• Proven track record in leading strategic payroll and T&A initiatives and change management programs.
• Experience developing policies, governance frameworks, or operating principles.
• Experience with major payroll and T&A systems (e.g., UKG, ADP, Workday) preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR, payroll fundamentals, employment law, and compliance requirements.
• Certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or CPP is a plus.

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.