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Sr. HR Financial Analyst, Payroll & Banking

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Bath & Body Works

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Accounting & Tax
  • Columbus, +2

AI generated summary

  • You need 5-7 years in Payroll/HR, leadership experience, and proficiency in Oracle/Workday. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/HR are essential.
  • You will lead a team, oversee tax processes, support payroll initiatives, collaborate across departments, conduct analysis, and communicate changes to enhance payroll operations.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in Payroll/Human resource roles, preferably overseeing direct reports with a consistent track record of effective leadership and development of a payroll team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  • Experience with Cloud-based HCM systems including Oracle or Workday. Proficiency with systems such as ADP Wisely and Smart Compliance, Blackline, SAP, and automation tools such as UI Path and Power Automate, a plus.
  • Strong Communication and Presentation skills to various audience from individual contributors through Senior Leadership.
  • Proficiency in Office365.
  • High attention to detail coupled with execution, analytical and auditing skills.
  • Ability to supervise task execution in a thorough, composed, accurate and timely fashion while leading multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resource is required.
  • Project Management Training (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.), FPC/CPP certification a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support our initiative of Building a High Performing Team by proving direction and oversight to a team of 3 which will include setting clear goals and expectations that align with the company's mission and vision.
  • Be able to flex between roles of coach, developer, and influencer to drive individual and team growth and success as well as upskilling the team and improving overall performance
  • Serve as a first level of review and support in tax filing and escheatment processes.
  • Assist in leading quarterly and annual tax review processes as well as authoring quarterly escheatment reporting and support weekly Payroll banking audits and reviews
  • Support key payroll initiatives and projects such as expansion of Earned Wage Access program and the leveraging of RPA for process optimization.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Partners in Digital IT, Associate Connect, Benefits and Human Resources to understand current processes and make recommendations for improvements as needed. This includes acting as Payroll liaison with Digital IT - attending technology meetings to provide input on Payroll processes that pertain to the relevant issues affecting the Payroll Services Teams (Operations, Tax, Banking), and providing analysis to support impacts of change and communicate to Payroll Leadership and IT partners
  • Complete ad hoc analysis and/or develop evaluation methods to support the work of the team in addition to identifying root cause of current issues and leading initiatives to change cross-functional processes.
  • Quantify impacts of key decisions, present findings to management/senior leadership and execute on decisions which includes providing insight of meeting content and recommendations to Manager/AVP
  • Meet with key partners within Payroll spaces to further understand processes and communicate change.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Sr. HR Financial Analyst, Payroll & Banking at Bath & Body Works?

The primary responsibility includes leading a team that plays a significant role in payroll initiatives, such as tax filing, escheatment processes, and supporting payroll banking audits while collaborating with cross-functional partners.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources and a minimum of 5-7 years' experience in payroll or human resource roles, preferably with leadership experience.

Is experience with specific software systems necessary for this job?

Yes, experience with cloud-based HCM systems such as Oracle or Workday, and proficiency in systems like ADP Wisely, Blackline, SAP, as well as automation tools like UI Path and Power Automate, are preferred.

What competencies are essential for success in this role?

Essential competencies include leading with curiosity and humility, building high-performing teams, influencing and inspiring others, striving for operational excellence, and delivering business results.

What benefits does Bath & Body Works offer to its associates?

Benefits include robust medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k with company match, mental health support through an EAP, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a 40% merchandise discount, and more.

Are there opportunities for professional development within Bath & Body Works?

Yes, the company offers tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs, which support associates in their professional development.

What kind of team dynamics will I be part of in this role?

In this role, you will lead and oversee a team of 3, focusing on individual and team growth while driving performance in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Are there specific certifications that would enhance my suitability for this role?

Yes, certifications like FPC/CPP and project management training (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) are considered a plus for this position.

How does Bath & Body Works demonstrate its commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Bath & Body Works is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, focusing on recruiting and advancing diverse talent that mirrors the communities they serve.

Where is the job primarily located?

The role is based at the Columbus, OH home office, which also includes access to an onsite wellness center and pharmacy.

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Bath & Body Works

WE MAKE THE WORLD A BRIGHTER, HAPPIER PLACE THROUGH THE POWER OF FRAGRANCE.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1990
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We make the world a brighter, happier place through the power of fragrance. This idea is what we were founded on, and it’s at the heart of everything we do. We’re a team that cares about our customers and believes in giving them a reason to celebrate with fragrance every day. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that is focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences. We work hard to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come ... because we believe the world is a better place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy. Home of America’s Favorite Fragrances®, Bath & Body Works is a global leader in personal care and home fragrance, including the top-selling collections for fine fragrance mist, body lotion and body cream, 3-wick candles, home fragrance diffusers and liquid hand soap. Powered by agility and innovation, the company’s predominantly U.S.-based supply chain enables the company to deliver quality, on-trend luxuries at affordable prices. Bath & Body Works serves and delights customers however and wherever they want to shop, from welcoming, in-store experiences at more than 1,800 company-operated Bath & Body Works locations in the U.S. and Canada and more than 425 international franchised locations to an online storefront at www.BathandBodyWorks.com.