Payroll Transformation Project Manager

Important Information:

• Shift : Morning / Mid-Shift
• Work Set-Up : Hybrid, 2-3x onsite
• Location: BGC

RGP is a global consulting firm helping some of the most recognized companies in the world work differently. Our success comes from a shared belief in rolling up our sleeves and doing the hard work of solving complex challenges, executing plans and implementing technology to help transform organizations.

Working for RGP, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by RGP and built on tangible accomplishments.

As we continue to grow and deepen our impact on organizations around the world, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know:

• We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
• We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth minded.
• We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our clients and our colleagues.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more.

THE RGP EXPERIENCE

Whether you desire to work directly with clients or support those who do, RGP connects you to meaningful opportunities designed to put your talents to their best and highest use, and help you develop skills for today and tomorrow. As an RGP employee, you are a champion for your team, driven to develop their functional acumen in a manner that is transformative and valuable. You help guide people and organizations to be and become more than they thought possible and have the ultimate service mentality based on openness, understanding and teamwork.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As a Payroll Transformation Project Manager, you will mainly be responsible for driving payroll transformation initiatives across the organization improving payroll processes, ensuring accurate payroll execution, and supporting migration or transition projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Document and maintain end-to-end payroll processes
• Execute and support accurate payroll processing
• Serve as payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements
• Support payroll transformation and migration projects
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and audit requirements
• Strengthen internal controls using audit knowledge
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT teams
• Resolve payroll issues and discrepancies
• Assist in testing (UAT) and system implementations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• At least 10 years Payroll process experience / exposure
• Experience in project management or leading a team
• Proven experience in payroll processing and payroll operations
• Strong project management, transition and knowledge transfer experience
• Exposure to payroll transformation or migration projects (e.g., system implementation, transitions, or outsourcing)
• Ability to function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for payroll-related topics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities