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Copeland Regional Payroll Manager (US& CAN) in Hartford, Connecticut
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Role Summary
The Regional Payroll Manager (US/CA) will oversee all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments of employees in the United States and Canada. You will collaborate with various departments to gather and validate payroll information, resolve payroll discrepancies, and provide exceptional service to our employees. This role also includes designing/improving processes, developing, and executing operating procedures, quantifying, and improving data integrity, and leveraging technologies to drive efficiencies, while ensuring compliance with country and local laws. This role requires the ability to both manage an organization and be hands-on to get the work done. As the leader of the Regional payroll team, you will be responsible for the processing payroll in the United States and Canada using ADP GlobalView and Celergo payroll software, Workday HRIS software, UKG Kronos time and attendance software, and other 3rd party inbound and outbound vendors.
Requirements
Build and manage regional payroll team setting goals and managing performance.
Manage end to end payroll processing for all Copeland employees in the United States and Canada.
Ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies relating to payroll.
Administer and maintain payroll systems, ensure data integrity, and implement system upgrades and enhancements.
Provide leadership and support of global work plans to ensure compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Maintain pulse on industry trends and best practices in Payroll Service, technology and service deliver finding opportunities to enhance our capabilities and drive continuous improvement.
Stay updated on payroll regulations, tax laws and industry trends, implementing necessary ensure compliance and best practices.
Maintain confidentiality and data security standards for all payroll related information.
Take an active role ininternal and external audits.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
8+ years of experience in payroll management in processing in the United States and Canada with 5 or more years leading a team
Experience with a broad range of US states and Canada supporting full cycle payroll of 3,000+ employees
In-depth knowledge of global payroll processes, labor laws, taxation, and statutory compliance.
Proven experience leading teams to achieve results.
Proficiency in payroll and time tracking systems, such as Workday, ADP GlobalView and Celergo,UKG Kronos, with experience implementing and managing payroll systems.
English fluency in verbal and written communications
Ability to clearly articulate messages with all levels in the organization, including breaking down complex topics for target audiences.
Ability to understand business priorities and align technology opportunities.
Ability to prioritize workload and provide timely follow-up and resolution.
Demonstratean elevated level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing payroll processes and procedures and SOX audits
Why Work Remote
Our remote roles are conveniently located in the comfort of your own home. Working remotely has many benefits, such as no commute, schedule flexibility, more time with family, and increased productivity. By working remote, you will have open communication with your coworkers both onsite and offsite.
Our training programs focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills, and competencies to compete and lead in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development from onboarding through senior leadership. Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during the annual merit review process. In accordance with Colorado EPEWA, the base salary range for this role is $100,000- $131,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities, and the world in which we live.
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Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.