Manager Payroll, Timekeeping

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Timekeeping Manager is responsible for managing UDX’s day-to-day time and attendance processes and staff. UDX’s Time & Attendance Operations consist of staff responsible for the administration of the timekeeping system, which includes configuration and customization to support wage and hour rules including the application of minimum wage and FLSA adjustments and the application of internal pay practices. The team is responsible for the ingestion of data into the time & attendance systems, auditing, working with leaders and managers to process adjustments, and performing tasks and calculations that lead to the transfer a payroll file that will result in a net payroll. Work closely with UKG IT to ensure the system is performing as expected and tickets are resolved timely.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with payroll leadership, Payroll Operations Teams, Compensation, HR, HRC, AskHR Services, and Business units on all time & attendance payroll matters
• Manage payroll policies related to time tracking and earnings reported through the time and attendance system
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of hours and earnings for all employees
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal payroll regulations and tax laws, as well as company policies
• Manage accurate payroll records are retained in accordance with retention policies
• Manage local payroll teams in day-to-day time & attendance operations, providing work direction, counseling, coaching, and training
• Manages the processing of on and off cycle payroll exports on a weekly basis
• Ensure team and employee inquiries are addressed timely and accurately and escalate issues as necessary
• Support the business during seasonal events such as Halloween Horror Nights and New Years Eve, and during any exceptional events (e.g., park closure pay)
• Provide time & attendance system configuration and wage & hour subject matter expertise.
• Ensure processes and procedures are fully documented and updated regularly
• Support internal and external payroll audits and implement recommendations where appropriate; perform regular audits and reconciliations of payroll information to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Manages and track work reported to the technical team on time & attendance system issues, enhancements, and testing, with follow through to completion
• Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes; Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll operations and efficiency

Be prepared to support various Payroll Projects in the following roles: project management, subject matter expertise, project team, or UAT design and testing

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

7+ years leading/supervising a Payroll Operations and/or Time Team with a large employee population Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field or equivalent experience

Experience with leading payroll/time keeping process and projects:

Experience in UKG Time Keeping:

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Desired Characteristics:

Experience in SAP Payroll or equivalent enterprise-level HR/payroll system:

Effective organization and planning skills. Exceptional attention to detail and scheduled deadlines. Understands broad payroll concepts, practices, and procedures. Solid interpersonal, analytical, prioritization, and communication skills.

Skills with Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel to develop presentations and reports and conduct data/ financial analysis.:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Business Segment: NBCU Corporate