Corporate Payroll Leader

At OneAmerica Financial, our purpose is to create more certainty for our customers that leads to better moments, every day. Our commitment is to advance stability and growth in every solution and relationship.  We deliver financial strength that builds for generations, and we are always aspiring, looking ahead, and collaborating to achieve more, together.  Come be a part of this journey with us as we champion lives!

The Payroll Leader is responsible for providing oversight and leadership of the organization's payroll function, ensuring that pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with all legal/government regulations.

What you will do:

• Lead a team of Payroll Administrators that are primarily responsible for processing and administration of payroll, time and attendance, and serve as a front-line resource for inquiries from HR team members, associates, retirees, and external organizations.
• Oversee the daily workflow of the department, including I-9 verification and compliance .
• Implement, maintain and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of all payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Develop and maintain thorough documentation of policies and procedures.
• Ensure company compliance and implements any updates/changes, and training for the team in a timely, high-quality manner.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions, I-9 documentation, and employment verification documents.
• Maintain current knowledge and complies with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws/legislation and best practices. 
• Manage and lead the team through changes, such new processes, system changes or implementations, etc.
• Tailor and deliver communications in an effective, measured way to help influence the right outcomes with stakeholders as well as mitigate risks to the company.
• Proactively identify trends, opportunities, challenges, and solutions to help drive operational and organizational excellence.
• Build strong partnerships and collaborate with the broader HR team as well as other internal partners and external agencies.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience
• 5 in Payroll Administration
• Payroll/Industry certifications preferred
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Experience leading the payroll function and a team responsible for payroll processing and administration.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality as well as exercise sound judgment
• Adept at handling multiple competing priorities and responsibilities in a fast-paced, results driven environment.
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal laws/regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and decision-making skills

Salary Band: 06B

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This selected candidate will be expected to work hybrid in Indianapolis, IN. The candidate will also be expected to physically return to the office in CA, IN or ME as business needs dictate or for team-building and collaboration.

If you are offered and accept this position, please be advised that OneAmerica Financial does not have any offices located in the State of New York and OneAmerica Financial associates are not permitted to work remotely in the State of New York. 

Disclaimer:  OneAmerica Financial is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Because this position is regulated by the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act, if an offer is made, applicants must undergo mandated background checks as a condition of employment. Such background checks include criminal history. A conviction is not necessarily an absolute bar to employment. Consistent with applicable regulatory guidelines and law, factors such as the age of the offense, evidence of rehabilitation, seriousness of violation, and job relatedness are considered.

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