Senior Manager, Payroll (R50027112)

Fox Media Company Limited - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New York, NY

About the position

The Senior Payroll Manager at Fox Corporation is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the Payroll Shared Services team. This position focuses on ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing for non-union employees across multiple divisions and states, while driving process improvements and compliance with regulations. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate all activities of a Payroll Shared Services team responsible for non-union payroll operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with SOX requirements and internal policies.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder queries through effective collaboration.
• Anticipate issues and proactively develop solutions to enhance customer service.
• Create and use metrics to benchmark performance and improve service delivery.
• Handle escalations and guide corrective actions across departments.
• Establish and adhere to payroll schedules with business partners to meet processing deadlines.
• Review, audit, and approve stock incentive compensation transactions and payroll taxes.
• Define and drive key requirements, projects, and initiatives with high quality and customer service.
• Develop and implement forward-looking payroll processes and procedures for continuous improvement.
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and flowcharts for payroll processes.
• Collaborate with Payroll Shared Services leadership on strategic initiatives and projects.
• Support Workday issues and change requests, including user acceptance testing.
• Act as a trusted adviser for business partners and stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor team members to drive engagement and operational excellence.
• Stay updated on wage and hour and tax regulations to ensure compliance.

Requirements

• 6+ years of relevant work experience leading Payroll processes in a multi-state, multi-entity organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and develop talent through mentorship.
• Strong knowledge of taxation of fringe benefits and long-term equity incentive instruments.
• Expert knowledge of FLSA, federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (V-Lookup and Pivot Tables).
• Ability to manage multiple commitments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Outstanding people skills and experience in cultivating collaborative relationships.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
• Experience with Workday

Benefits

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Health and wellness programs