AVP, US Payroll

Role Overview

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COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.KKR is seeing a US Payroll Professional to manage all aspects of payroll processing for the United States, Bermuda, and Canadian employee populations. This position ensures accurate and timely payroll operations in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can also act as a strategic partner during transformational business initiatives, including the integration of payroll operations in connection with a corporate merger.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage end-to-end on and off-cycle payroll processes for US, Bermuda, & Canada employees. Will also assist with managing other international payroll operations (UK and Japan) to ensure compliance with local tax laws, labor regulations, and company policies across multiple jurisdictions.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Review and ensure accuracy of payroll inputs, including earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings.
Partner cross-functionally with HR, Legal, and Finance on payroll policy and compliance matters.
Provide strategic leadership in payroll process integration during company mergers or acquisitions.
Maintain payroll process documentation and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
Coordinate and respond to internal and external audit requests, providing necessary documentation, and partnering with auditors and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, transparency, and timely resolution of findings
Partner with Human Capital Technology Team on Workday-to-ADP integrations to ensure seamless data flow between Workday and payroll systems, including responsibility for testing, troubleshooting, and continuous optimization of integrations.
Identify, design, and implement process improvements to streamline and automate manual payroll tasks, with a strong focus on enhancing internal controls, leveraging technology to improve both accuracy and operational efficiency.
Manage payroll-related projects from inception to completion, including defining scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables, while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters in a timely and professional manner.