What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional - Project Manager, Payroll Systems-Time & Attendance position at TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company?
Role: Professional - Project Manager, Payroll Systems-Time & Attendance
Contract
Work Location: Fully Remote (Eastern Time Zone)
State of Credentials Licenses Required: If they have a PMP, Yes
Job Description
Contract
Work Location: Fully Remote (Eastern Time Zone)
State of Credentials Licenses Required: If they have a PMP, Yes
Job Description
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in managing complex projects and driving successful payroll time and labor implementations.
- The ideal candidate will have expertise in implementing Time and Labor systems - Oracle Time and Labor (OTL) is preferred but not required, advanced proficiency in utilizing SmartSheet as the main project management tool, and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- This role requires exceptional organizational skills, keen eye for detail, understanding processes, documentation, and setting/managing timelines to ensure the core time and labor team meets key project milestones.
- The incumbent will also possess strong business acumen, and the ability to project lead cross-functional teams while delivering high-quality results within established timelines.
- The Project Manager will lead the project end-to-end within Corporate Payroll Services by means of project management and project execution within Oracle Cloud Time and Labor system (OTL).
- The main functions of this role entail managing project timelines, track all key items related to the project, setting due dates, and key milestone phases of the project to capture all tasks for a successful implementation.
- The individual for this role will lead from a project manager aspect to ensure the team and external third party meets core deliverables.
- Additional aspects of this role include scheduling meetings, initiate and conduct meetings, creating and sending out meeting minutes, documentation, creating process maps, creating/developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and tracking all key aspects of the project.
- This role will report to the Sr. Manager, Payroll Systems and will be the payroll project manager lead for this company-wide, high-profile project.
- In addition, the project manager will work collaboratively and support the Sr. Manager, Payroll Systems.
- In this role the project manager will act as one of the main liaisons working closely with **** third-party development teams.
- The individual will also work closely with Payroll, IT, and HRIT for the duration of the project.
- The project manager will be responsible for managing and project coordination of the following phases: Testing, Change Management, Training Communications, and Knowledge Transfer.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and milestones using SmartSheet as the primary project management tool.
- Project management of building a strategy/plan, support testing plan phases, change management, communication, architecture, and applicable policies and procedures while ensuring compliance.
- Collaborate with key business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to establish clear deliverables.
- Take meeting minutes and follow-up regarding key action items from project meetings
- Drive task alignment and ensure project teams meet critical deadlines to achieve key milestones and project objectives.
- Present project updates, reports, and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership teams in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
- Working with Sr. Manager, proactively identifies and communicates to leadership of potential project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure smooth project execution.
- Demonstrate strong business acumen to align project objectives with organizational goals and deliver measurable business value.
- Ensure project documentation is thorough, accurate, and up to date, with a focus on writing, reading, and comprehension excellence.
- Drives project progress according to planned schedule.
- All other shifting duties and responsibilities according to the business needs of the project as assigned by management
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Business, or Human Resources or equivalent experience required
- 3 years of Project Management implementing payroll technology projects with emphasis in payroll time and labor for large, multi-state employer with complex policies and rules.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced, corporate dynamic business environment
- Experience building and managing test plans and leading multiple test cycles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on clarity, comprehension, and detail.
- Flexible to changing priorities and can manage to execute tasks effectively
- Skilled in creating detailed and actionable meeting summaries
- Adept at documenting discussions, decisions, and next steps
- Proactive follow-up skills
- Impactful presentation skills
- Customer Service focused mindset
- Keen eye with attention to detail
- Solutions oriented mindset
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Solid business acumen with the ability to understand organizational objectives and align projects to meet those goals.
- Experience working closely with key business SMEs to ensure alignment and stakeholder buy-in throughout the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrated experience in presenting to stakeholders, conducting training sessions, and leading teams to achieve key milestones.
- A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and team leadership
- Advanced proficiency in: SmartSheet with a demonstrated ability to utilize it as a primary project management tool. Excel and SharePoint
- Ability to create process flow maps
- Proficient in MS Office 365, MS Outlook (Calendar scheduling), PowerPoint, MS Word, OneNote, PowerBI is a plus
- Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Time & Labor is a preferred, but not required
- Strategic thinking when risk arise
- Ability to handle and manage high stress with composure while maintaining a positive attitude
- Concentrating on tasks
- Making decisions
- Adjusting to change
