Provider of electrical distribution solutions for utilities, industries, and infrastructure worldwide.
Oversee U.S. payroll operations, compliance, system optimization, and team leadership.
5 days ago ago
$137,500 - $182,129
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,900 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Renewable Energy
Power Quality
Electric Utilities
Grid Automation
Distribution Automation
Role
Description
payroll processing
system optimization
tax compliance
data automation
adp management
reporting
Manage payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and audits.
Lead payroll system optimizations and standardization.
Foster a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement.
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for U.S.
Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and facilitate professional development opportunities.
Partner with HRIS and IT teams to optimize payroll workflows and data accuracy.
Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll-related audits and inquiries.
Review and approve payroll transmissions and ensure payroll tax accounts are reconciled.
Communicate complex subjects, written and oral, to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Automate payroll processes including but not limited to timesheets, reporting, and general ledger integration.
Manage the ADP relationship and performance of key KPI's.
Foster a positive and productive work environment.
Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of payroll professionals.
Provide training and development opportunities for payroll team members.
Prepare and review payroll reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, year-end).
Proactively establish, monitor, and hold team members and outside resources accountable to clear responsibilities and expectations, provide ongoing performance feedback, both positive and developmental, address performance gaps in a timely manner, recognize and reward achievements, and initiate decisions for corrective actions and terminations where required.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Ensure controls compliance and internal control effectiveness.
Support system integration efforts and global payroll harmonization.
Role model appropriate and professional workplace behaviors, address/mediate conflicts to restore harmony, and support a positive, healthy and inclusive workplace culture in accordance with S&C's mission, vision, values and guiding principles.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT and Legal on cross-functional projects.
Drive process improvements and best practices in payroll operations.
Provide corporate support to payroll related decision making at other S&C legal entities.
Manage and mentor payroll team members.
Requirements
bachelor's
payroll systems
erp
excel
cpp
six sigma
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze complex financial and statistical data to drive informed decisions, problem-solve difficult issues but also see the "big picture", and leverage data and learnings to drive continuous improvement.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Ceridian).
Travel - Occasionally required to travel (up to 15%) and work extended hours when necessary. Required to travel overnight. Required to travel internationally, Physical demands are those typically associated with an office environment, but may also include laboratory environments, factory environments, and customer/field environments.
Great communication skills, (written, verbal, listening and presentation) able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders at all levels from leadership to support staff, managers, and team members.
Ability to travel periodically (0-15% annually), including internationally.
Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
Sound organizational and time management skills with the ability to complete detail-oriented work efficiently and meet timelines.
Continuously working indoors in an air-conditioned or home setting.
5-7 years of experience in accounts payable, with a least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
Good leadership skills, with the ability to lead, guide, motivate, and delegate to deliver results.
Manual Dexterity - Infrequently required to use hand-eye coordination to control both hands and arms for a full range of motion to operate productivity equipment.
Ascending / Descending - Infrequently ascending or descending stairs.
10+ years of payroll experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Excellent sense of financial ethics and commitment towards compliance with financial legislation.
Good change management skills with the ability to lead positive change throughout the organization.
Walking - Occasionally required to walk moderate distances up to 1 mile as part of performance audit procedures (frequency - e.g. "multiple times each week/day/hour").
Communication - Frequently required to talk and hear, in person and by phone/conference calls.
Sitting - Frequently required to remain in a stationary position and perform desk-based work for approximately 5 days per work week.
Observation / Eyesight - Infrequently required to observe details at close range including depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to differentiate between colors.
Experience with ERP and T&E management software (Oracle, Concur).
Excellent understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and AP processes.
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Concur or similar).
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred.
Great project management skills with a willingness to take ownership of projects, work independently, and lead project teams in a collaborative environment.
Experience of multi-country payroll operations.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Proficient in MS applications, including excellent Excel skills.
Rounded interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.
Benefits
Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave
Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Hybrid
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Since 1909
Founded Year
The company has a century-long history of innovation in electrical distribution solutions.
Millions worldwide
Customers Served
Ensures safer, more reliable, and efficient power delivery to a global customer base.
Specializes in providing advanced power grid solutions for utilities, industries, and infrastructure.
Offers products and services for power reliability, automation, and smart grid technology.
Focuses on helping clients enhance their electrical infrastructure while minimizing downtime and maximizing performance.
Known for pioneering work in integrating renewable energy sources into the grid.
Long history of creating breakthrough technologies to improve grid resilience and energy efficiency.
Has a global presence, providing expertise in the energy, utility, and industrial sectors.
Culture + Values
100% ESOP
Employee Ownership Since 2012
The company has been 100% employee share-owned (ESOP) since 2012, fostering a culture of ownership and teamwork.
11 Years Tenure
Average U.S. Team Member Tenure
U.S. team members have an average tenure of 11 years, which is significantly higher than the manufacturing industry average.
Top Workplace
Consistently Ranked
Ranked as a Top Workplace for six years in Chicago and four years in the USA Today Top 100.
Personal Integrity
Respect for People
Commitment to Excellence
Responsible Stewardship
Regular anonymous employee feedback, merit-based pay, awards programs, extensive career development and leadership training
Commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050.
78% reduction
GHG Emission Intensity
Significant reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity since 2014 baseline.
81% reduction
GHG Emission Intensity
Updated figures showing an 81% reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity since 2014 baseline, reported in November 2024.
B score
CDP Climate Change Survey
Achieved a B score in the CDP 2023 Climate Change survey, reflecting strong sustainability performance.
Three U.S. buildings LEED-certified; new 275,000 sq ft Palatine facility designed for LEED and EV charging.
Interim targets: reduce natural gas use by 30% by 2030 vs 2014; reduce SF₆ gas emissions by 89%; Scope 1 net zero roadmap shows 95% reduction by 2040–2050.
100% of global electricity for manufacturing powered by renewables since 2020.
Purchased RECs since 2012; zero Scope 2 market-based emissions since 2020.
Awarded SSCA Responsible Supply Chain Case Study Award 2024 and Landfill-Free Initiative 2023 for decarbonization and waste-management leadership.
Inclusion & Diversity
Top Ranked
Workplace Recognition
Ranked as a top workplace in the U.S. and Canada across general and manufacturing categories.
Annual tracking and reporting of DE&I progress, with global workforce goals
Recruitment through partnerships with diverse suppliers (minority‑ and woman‑owned, local, small businesses)
Country‑level recognition in Canada: Best Workplaces in Ontario, Canada’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing
Culture built on inclusive environment where team members can bring authentic selves and share unique ideas