Sr. Specialist, Payroll & HRIS

Job Summary:

The Sr. Specialist, Payroll & HRIS plays a critical role at Lafayette 148 through payroll processing, optimizing our UKG & HR systems, and ensuring accurate data reporting across the organization. The Sr. Specialist, UKG & Payroll will serve as a subject matter expert in HRIS system configuration & improvements, reporting, maintaining compliance, and supporting business needs through the seamless integration of the People & Culture function.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute weekly, and bi-weekly payroll processing for Corporate and Retail team members in the US & Canada ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Oversee commission audits and processing to guarantee accuracy and alignment with company policies.
• Maintain HRIS to ensure data reporting capabilities are optimized and provide high level system administration and user security. 
• Develop, generate, and analyze P&C reports for Finance and senior management, ensuring accurate month-end payroll accrual calculations, analyzing and allocating payroll expenses across departments, and leveraging a strong understanding of the retail calendar to ensure precise financial reporting, compliance with company policies, and alignment with regulatory standards.
• Serve as a key partner by collaborating closely with Technology teams to optimize system functions to support auditing and payroll operations.
• Manage the vendor relationships.
• Provide technical and educational support for HRIS systems to users.
• Liaise with tax department when new state payroll requests and ensure compliance.
• Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Background:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree (in related field)

Experience:

• Minimum 6+ years related experience, UKG/UltiPro software experience desired

Skills:                                                    

• Strong technology skills/systems aptitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (must have strong excel skills)
• Strong time management required
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and listening) to successfully collaborate across departments
• Extreme attention to detail with an analytical mindset to independently problem solve
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Pay Range:   

The base salary for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience and location.