Certified Payroll Professional

This mid-level role is based at the Stellantis Corporate Payroll office in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The main purpose of this role is to be the Stellantis Payroll Services Operations Manager. In this position the individual will provide payroll guidance and assistance to Stellantis Payroll Services staff ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payments for each Stellantis employee in US, Canada and other regions as necessary.

Critical Duties :

Serve as the liaison between the Stellantis retained staff, Conduent (Jamaica) Payroll Operations and ITM operations Work with the stakeholders (External/Internal) to understand all contractual, legal and regulatory changes impacting payroll systems Coordinate, manage, and prioritize all payroll system/process changes Monitor, track and prioritize all Process Improvements Participate in all annual (planned) or one-time Payroll events. Including all necessary testing to validate new system functionality and problem resolution Work with Payroll Quality Assurance Team, Supervisors, Team Leads and client experts to resolve any discrepancies or open issues from any payroll payment especially the time sensitive on-cycle payroll runs Work directly with ITM organization providing business requirements, addressing outstanding ITM questions and prioritizing workload Work closely with Payroll Operations to provide support and guidance as required Lead Payroll Operations on the development and delivery of Monthly Metrics on Change Control Ensure Escalation process for Trouble Ticket system is adhered to during Payroll run process Limited travel may be required Planning for future business strategy and other required system changes Other projects as directed by management

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree required in a Business-related field or Computer Science. Minimum 5 years of previous payroll experience required Minimum 5 years of supervisory and project management experience required Minimum 5 years' experience with PeopleSoft Payroll Minimum 2 years' Workday payroll experience CPP Certification with demonstrated Canadian payroll experience Structured Query Language (SQL) Cognos, Power BI, PeopleSoft Query Experience PeopleSoft database structure Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Suite experience (Word, PowerPoint, etc.) is required. Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to multi-task and meet critical payroll deadlines Excellent analytical abilities, problem solving skills and demonstrated attention to detail Strong customer service skills Position requires someone who is self-motivated and can work independently, but can also be an integral part of a cooperative team effort Preferred Qualifications MBA preferred Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.