GLOBAL PROCESS LEAD- PAYROLL (MANAGER)

Morningstar is looking for a Global Process Lead - Payroll to join our global Finance team, which is focused on business partnership, innovation, automation, and process improvement.

As the Global Process Lead - Payroll, you will be responsible for assisting with the development and execution of the governance, and functional strategy for Morningstar's global payroll processes.

The role will provide value to the business by supporting and executing and helping to manage key payroll system implementations, process optimization and transformation programs.

The role requires the use of analytical and process improvement skills to support the business in finding and capitalizing on opportunities to help to drive the effective and efficient performance of the global payroll processes.

This is a full-time position and can be based in a Morningstar office in Chicago or London.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for the global payroll processes and system implementation.
• Assist the Head of Global Payroll in delivering the overall payroll strategy and transformational roadmap.
• Execute the deployment and adoption of a global / regional payroll model, related systems and processes with local customization as needed, to aid in the quality, efficiency, and delivery of standardized processes.
• Implement and oversee end-to-end global payroll processes, ensuring standardization across regions, identifying, and driving the use of automation and optimization of processes.
• Help manage the current UKG system implementation over the next two years in a phased approach. Following the implementation the focus will be on continuous process optimization and other payroll related projects that required global process owner inputs / collaboration.
• Collaborate with other key functions / stakeholders, upstream and downstream, on all transformation initiatives to align and leverage cross-process opportunities with a focus on enhancing effectiveness and efficiency.
• Participate as a key stakeholder in payroll governance committees.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen and excellent financial judgement in supporting the business by developing prioritization of payroll projects, transformation, and improvement opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and a payroll qualification preferred (e.g. Certified Payroll Accountant or equivalent)
• Experience with six sigma / lean / process excellence tools, training and / or certification will be an asset.
• Ability to assess and articulate business requirements, analyze design options, coordinate testing and drive implementation.

Experience with integration of new / acquired companies into acquiror payroll processes will be an asset.

• Minimum of 7+ years progressive payroll and process related experience operating within a multinational organization (North America, EMEA and APAC)
• Strong functional knowledge of core end to end global payroll processes and procedures will be an asset.
• Experience with payroll process standardization and system implementation is required.
• Experience with setting up or implementing a global / regional payroll aggregator will be an asset.
• Good knowledge of US payroll required coupled with Canada, EMEA and APAC payroll knowledge is preferred.
• Workday (HRIS) and UKG, ADP payroll product suite (or other well-known payroll platform) advanced knowledge will be an asset.
• Ability to understand and assess the complexities of a global payroll function and lead by influence, build, and foster relationships with payroll teams, human resources, payroll shared services, finance, and other key stakeholders.
• Possess strong leadership, program, and change management skills to support payroll transformation including global / regional consolidation and standardization.
• Motivated to stretch goals, forward thinking, challenge the status quo, and a desire to look for continuous improvement is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex information in a succinct, clear manner to all levels of the organization is required.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and have mature judgment.
• Ability to be flexible with your work schedule as this position requires working with global teams in North America, EMEA and APAC time zones.
• Strong skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis, at least three days each week.

A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.