Leader, US & Canada Payroll

Job Description Summary In this role, you will be responsible for expert support and service delivery for regional payroll and time & attendance programs. In this role, you will be responsible for leading all aspects of the planning and implementing of multiple large scale transition efforts. Viewed as a regional payroll expert you will have a strategic role leading the compliance, productivity and efficiency of payroll and time & attendance systems. Organizes knowledge sharing to convey information about new approaches and best practices. Leverages expertise to influence a range of stakeholders and other providers to ensure delivery of strategic priorities.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Leads Regional Service Delivery teams who are responsible for the quality delivery of multiple payroll processes, time & attendance, and related services for a region. Define immediate and future support needs, service models and operational frameworks. Manages payroll queries from employees, managers and HRM's in a timely, and professional manner. Correctly administers payroll processes. Manages service delivery metrics in relation to outsourced payroll.
• Oversees the management, documentation and communication of regional payroll programs, policies, and procedures.
• Manage the payroll process including the calculation of wages, deductions, and payment of employees’ wages
• Ensures appropriate definition of payroll schedules, reconciliations, special processing planning and documentation of business and local requirements.
• Monitor regional government regulations and changes in labor law which may affect payroll processes
• Manage regional employee records such as tax documents and employee files
• Oversee and review preparation of reconciliations and reports

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college + Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing a large payroll function.

Desired Characteristics:

• Specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise with payroll systems; Workday payroll experience strongly preferred
• Experience with time and attendance systems, ideally in manufacturing environments
• Established project management skills; ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Strong oral and written communication skills; articulate and adaptable, with excellent inter-personal and cross-cultural skills
• Experience in providing independent technical guidance and counsel to HR stakeholders at various level of experience and hierarchy in the organization.
• Strong consultative skills; ability to adapt advisory style and tailor final products to target audiences. Ability to influence, advise and guide others through options and points of view.
• Ability to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and is able to construct and provide recommendations.
• Demonstrated skill in judgement to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems
• Ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge and develop others through coaching and mentoring
• Ability to work independently by leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others and operating within a defined budget.
• Logical, structured and process-orientated thinking
• Detail and numerical orientated with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of finance for business.
• Eye for detail, confidence to challenge and ask questions
• Ability to work in Excel, Word and PowerPoint with proficiency; quick adaptability to systems, tools and processes

The base pay range for this position is $136,000 - $226,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on September 20th, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role will require in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No