Payroll Specialist

American Express•Sunrise, FL

7h•$78,000 - $124,750•Hybrid

About The Position

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express. We are seeking an experienced service-minded payroll professional to join the Colleague Services Organization within the Colleague Experience Group as a Payroll Specialist. The Payroll Specialist role will play a critical factor in driving efficiencies, effectiveness, and consistent delivery of high quality payroll initiatives. Colleague will be part of a team that manages complex issues end to end, driving resolution by coordinating and collaborating with internal Business Partners and Third Party Vendor. Support US Payroll in ensuring the integrity of the payroll transactions Ability to explain and communicate intricate payroll procedures in nonprofessional terms Established working knowledge of every area of payroll processing Lead, manage and support ad-hoc US Payroll projects Ensures all employee and payroll information is kept confidential and trusted with sensitive information Compile and perform data analysis and provide proactive solutions 3rd Party Vendor relationship Daily File Maintenance Payroll System misc. entries

Requirements

4+ years of Payroll experience
Understanding of payroll tax laws, processes and policies
Knowledge and/or ability to quickly learn US Payroll Platforms
Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects and effectively drive results
Will require flexibility to work with global teams across various time-zones
Ability to operate effectively in a fast moving and rapidly changing matrix environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Ability to lead and conduct presentations with internal and external business partners
Ability to maintain confidentiality, work independently at times and handle stress effectively despite short time constrains while displaying a “can do” attitude
Strong analytical thinking, problem solving and project management skills desired
Excellent communications skills in order to effectively communicate project situations and to deal with and solve problems that affect project success

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll (FPC) certification a plus
Knowledge of MyInfo and Dayforce a plus
Proficiency in Excel and managing data

Responsibilities

Support US Payroll in ensuring the integrity of the payroll transactions
Ability to explain and communicate intricate payroll procedures in nonprofessional terms
Established working knowledge of every area of payroll processing
Lead, manage and support ad-hoc US Payroll projects
Ensures all employee and payroll information is kept confidential and trusted with sensitive information
Compile and perform data analysis and provide proactive solutions
3rd Party Vendor relationship
Daily File Maintenance
Payroll System misc. entries

Benefits

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6%25 Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities