Senior Manager Payroll Operations

POSITION SUMMARY: The Sr Manager of Payroll Operations will manage payroll compliance related to union contracts, certified payroll reporting, SOX controls, Balance Sheet reconciliations, banking, and 3rd party payments.  The incumbent will oversee payroll projects, new configuration request/testing and maintenance of data management and analysis files and collaborate with business managers to lead strategic and process improvement initiatives related to payroll.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees compliance with US GAAP, Sox controls, Federal and State regulations, > 175 CBAs, and Company policies related to payroll processes.

• Oversees acquisitions and projects to ensure compliance with payroll regulations and processes.  Responsible for testing new and updates to configuration related to Workday Time/Absence and Payroll processing.

• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve operational processes and implements enhancements related to payroll processes and compliance.

• Collaborates with Director levels and above to align team goals with company strategic goals and ensure successful execution to obtain goals.

• Collaborates with HR Management, Total Rewards, HRIS, Field Management, and other cross-functional payroll teams (tax, time and attendance, etc.) 

• Collaborates with Payroll Director to strategize and create most efficient and effective payroll processes across payroll team. 

• Conducts quarterly team meetings and overseeing training and development of team.

• Oversees payment processing for all wage, tax, union pension, union health & welfare, union dues, union 3rd party benefits, and garnishments.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of US GAAP and SOX controls mainly related to general ledger Balance Sheet reconciliations and chart of account mappings.  Ability to develop processes and internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows.

• Experience with interpreting Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) and applying processes to ensure compliance with Pension, H&W, union deductions as it relates to payroll processes.

• Experience with DOL Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Regular Rate of Pay calculation.  Knowledge of State and Local payroll laws.  Experience with processing payroll for large companies,  25K or more employees.

• Ability to lead a team, set strategic goals and ensure implemenation.  Develop team skills to accomplish career development objectives, and proper sucession planning.  Set goals and review performance for direct reports.  Ensure all team goals align with Payroll department goals.  

• Ability to create and implement strategic goals and processes to align with company strategic goals.

• Critical thinking, problem resolution, and decision making skills.

• Intermediate level of Excel.

• Strong organizational, communication and customer service skills.

• Experience with Payroll Software System(s) (Preferred:  Workday, ADP).

• Experience with Microsoft Office products; Word, PowerPoint, OneNote.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance - preferred.

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) - preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 7–10 years of experience managing large‑scale payroll operations in a complex organization, with a proven track record of driving process improvements, operational enhancements, and project execution across functions.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts. 
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.

Our company values guide our daily actions:

• Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.

• Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.

• Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.

• Driven: We deliver results in the right way.

• Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.

We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.   

STRATEGY

Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.  

We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.

With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.

Recycling and Waste

We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.

Environmental Solutions

Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need. 

SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION

Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.

The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.

We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.

RECENT RECOGNITION

• Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies

• CDP Discloser

• Dow Jones Sustainability Indices

• Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies

• Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies

• Great Place to Work

• Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global