Description

Join a team where your expertise in payroll optimization and automation will make a lasting impact. You will have the opportunity to lead transformative initiatives, collaborate across functions, and advance your career in a dynamic environment.

As a Vice President, US Payroll Optimization, within out team, you will lead efforts to streamline and uplift US payroll processes, focusing on process improvement, control enhancement, and system optimization. You will partner with payroll operations and cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and scalable payroll solutions that support the firm's strategic goals.

Job responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to optimize US payroll processes, driving efficiency and scalability.
• Oversee automation projects using Oracle HCM Payroll, Alteryx, and Pega.
• Establish and maintain robust controls to ensure payroll compliance and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with payroll operations, HR, Finance, and IT to support transformation and integration efforts.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy and data integrity.
• Serve as a key resource for payroll system configuration, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Deliver insightful payroll process reports and analytics to senior leadership.
• Mentor and develop payroll optimization team members.
• Ensure all optimization initiatives are executed with attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Support the execution of payroll cycles and transformation initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to drive alignment and results.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
• Demonstrate at least 7 years of progressive payroll experience, including 3 years in a leadership role focused on process improvement or transformation.
• Show expertise in Oracle HCM Payroll or similar payroll systems.
• Exhibit a strong control mindset and experience maintaining payroll compliance frameworks.
• Display exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Lead payroll optimization or transformation initiatives in a large, complex organization.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Drive automation and process improvement using Alteryx and Pega.
• Mentor and develop team members to foster a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hold an advanced degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
• Demonstrate experience with executive compensation and payroll input processes.
• Lead year-end and year-begin payroll optimization projects.
• Possess Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement certification.

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

\n Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.\n
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\n Human Resources plays a critical role in driving the employee experience, shaping the firm's culture and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are a strategic partner to the business - working with leaders across the firm to hire, develop and retain the best people and help meet business goals. Together, we foster a work environment in which our people are supported, feel like they belong and are able to make an impact through their work. We develop and deliver a suite of products and services that help make JPMorgan Chase an employer of choice and drive our business forward.\n