Senior Project Manager in First Data Corporation at Atlanta, GA, US

Job description

First Data is a global leader in commerce-enabling technology solutions, serving more than six million business locations and 4,000 financial institutions in 118 countries around the world. Our 23,000 owner-associates are dedicated to helping companies, from start-ups to the world’s largest corporations, conduct commerce every day by securing and processing more than 2,300 transactions per second and $1.9 trillion per year. First Data is committed to staying at the forefront of our industry, and we are innovating a wide range of next-generation commerce technology solutions to help our clients better detect fraud, gain insights into consumer spending patterns and build customer loyalty. There are many exciting opportunities for talented individuals who would like to join our team and play a meaningful role in helping us shape the future of global commerce.

First Data’s Product Development, Client Solutions and Technology functions are responsible for innovation and advancement of our technology solutions across all of our client segments, and make a critical contribution to ensuring that First Data retains its position as a leading technology innovator. Our Product Development teams are responsible for end-to-end ownership of the product life cycle. Our Client Solutions teams deliver global solutions and expertise that make commerce possible. Our Technology teams develop a wide range of applications and solutions that enable next-generation commerce and create the infrastructure of the global commerce ecosystem. They also ensure that our data remains secure through their work in cyber-security

Job Responsibilities

• The Sr Project Manager is responsible for driving complex, high priority, projects or component phases of larger programs. Accountable for delivering projects on time, within budget, and within scope. This individual will lead and coordinate cross-functional, cross-departmental, cross-company teams that are responsible for all aspects of a project, from initiation to closure. The Project Manager exemplifies strong initiative and management skills. 1. Insures project methodologies, project delivery processes, and implementation management processes are followed. This includes managing and driving:
• Project Schedule
• Risk and Issue Management
• Scope Change Management 2. Manages the project budget. This includes understanding and validating estimates, cost variance tracking, and managing project resources effectively. 3. Provides clear and concise project communication; both written and verbal. 4. Facilitates/manages project communications and stakeholder, client and project team expectations.
Scope of Job
In addition to duties of a Project Manager, takes projects from original concept through final implementation. Interfaces with all areas affected by the project including end users, distributors, and vendors. Ensures adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables. May communicate with a company executive regarding the status of specific projects.
Autonomy
Performs duties and makes complex decisions and recommendations under limited supervision, applying a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures.
Primary Location
United States-Georgia-Atlanta-Atlan-5565 Glenridge Connector
Job Field
Project Management
Schedule
Full-time
Job Posting
Aug 28, 2017
Manager Level
L3 - Middle Mgmt/Sr Professional
Employee Status
Regular
Job Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, plus 6+ years progressive management experience, including management of major projects, in a large operating environment. PMP preferred. Skills/Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and or Microsoft Project Server
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Proven success in delivering projects within budget and specified timeframes, while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Proven problem solving skills from problem assessment to solution selection
• Ability to identify alternatives and make contingency plans
• Capacity to embrace change and quickly adapt to new situations, changes in direction, and altering priorities
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, providing options and recommendations relating to resolving issues, mitigating risks, and resolving escalated items.
Competencies
• Risk Management
• Organizatnl Savvy & Politics
• Budgeting
• Working With MS Project
• Coaching
• Accuracy / Attention to Detail
• Project Management
• Manage a Matrix Environment
• Measurement of Effectiveness
• Meeting Management
First Data is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer(Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled/LGBT)

Payroll Processing Representative II in ADP at Atlanta, GA, US

Job description

At ADP we are driven by your success. We engage your unique talents and perspectives. We welcome your ideas on how to do things differently and better. In your efforts to achieve, learn and grow, we support you all the way. If success motivates you, you belong at ADP.

We strive for every interaction to be driven by our CORE values: Insightful Expertise, Integrity is Everything, Service Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Each Person Counts, Results-Driven, & Social Responsibility.

Position Summary

Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll(s) for ADP Major Accounts Outsourcing Payroll Administration Clients. Ensures that all payroll, accounting and auxiliary system requirements are met (e.g. W-2's, tax filing, banking requirements, benefits, stock, and pension record keeping). Performs ongoing as well as quarter-end and year-end audits. Responsible for managing the ADP WFN Payroll system as well as the Time & Attendance process cycle.

Non-Client Facing Role - not assigned to take inbound calls

Manages an Assigned Comp Payroll Client Base

Manages End-to-End Payroll Processing for assigned Client Base

Works in a shared services model to provide back-up support and workload balancing across the team

Partners with assigned Payroll Solution Representative to understand Client needs, perform updates and special requests, and resolve issues

Communicates with Clients for routine responses through Siebel email templates

Responsibilities

• Assumes primary responsibility for paying Payroll Administration Client Associates. Reviews and processes all Human Resources and payroll-related Associate data, including but not limited to new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, wage changes, transfers, and other changes. Imports external pay files (time and labor management, commissions, etc.) into WFN. Performs pre-production audit for each pay group prior to release. Completes processing cycle for each pay group on release day. Performs post-production maintenance and audit to prepare for next processing cycle. Audits payroll output and provides recap to Payroll Solutions Specialist, including timely distribution of paychecks, within timeframe for resolution of outstanding issues. Utilizes existing ad hoc and standard reports libraries to assist with internal auditing and creates custom reports as needed. Maintains integrity and confidentiality of Payroll database.
• Communicates and provides World Class Payroll Service to Client base located remotely throughout the country. Effectively applies Client payroll policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state and local tax regulations as well as wage and hour laws.
• Issues and updates manual checks. Proactively works to resolve issues that create the need for manual checks, thereby reducing exposure to penalties and interest resulting from late tax deposits. Timely resolution of outstanding payroll and accounting issues. Performs all quarter-end and year-end audits including file reconciliation, adjustments, and W-2 distribution.
• Successfully integrates newly acquired business units into the WFN. Processes multi-state and multi-jurisdiction payrolls with all levels of complexity. Processes job cost payrolls. Handles pay groups with all volumes of associate transactions. Overall, performs a full range of recordkeeping and payroll processing activities, including computing wage and overtime payments, retro transactions, calculating and recording payroll deductions, processing request for paycheck advances, bonuses and terminations.

• Participates in Payroll testing phase during Implementation along with Payroll Solutions Specialists in preparation for Client Go Live.
• Monitors and manages Client's adherence to Payroll Timelines and escalates non-compliance to Payroll Solution Specialist.
• Proactively reviews Employee audit reports for effective dated changes, applies entries and prepares Pay Data Grid, as needed.
• Notifies Payroll Solutions Specialist of potential Employee level-tax jurisdictional changes as identified by Symmetry queries.
• Handles highly complex, high-volume Clients
• Meet or exceed all job requirements for Level I
• Process more complex Clients
• Higher number of Clients assigned to them
• SME for level I processors
• Special projects/internal initiatives
• New hire mentor

• Decisions made are based on established processes and procedures. Exceptions are referred to manager or senior team members.
• Errors may result in P&I assessed by the government agencies.

Note: Based on the size of the Client the P&I assessment is directly related to the actual dollar amount processed. Due to the nature of the data, any security breach would put ADP's brand name at risk. Errors may result in dissatisfied Clients and potential lost revenue to ADP.

• Internal: Partners with Payroll Solutions Specialist to support Client
• External: Communicates with Clients through standard email templates for routine communications

Qualifications Required

Education: Associate degree in Business Administration or Accounting (or equivalent in education and experience)

Completion of FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification); CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) required.

Experience: At least 5 years of automated multi-corporation, multi-state, payroll processing with in-depth knowledge of payroll tax and accounting principles plus wage and hour laws

• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Proficient in MS Office applications, especially Word and Excel
• Proficiency in using PC Strong organizational skills
• Have gained a strong working knowledge of all ADP systems that impact the payroll processing
• Introduce additional features and /or tools
• Management Reports
• WEB services
• I HUB
• eStart
• Advanced ADP Reporting
• Netsecure

#LISERVICE

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

• Requires a high-level payroll knowledge including payroll skills for processing Client payrolls. Accuracy and dependability important since errors or omissions can directly impact Client associate paychecks, and errors in reporting can also lead to penalty and interest payments for ADP.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll processing experience required, with knowledge of ADP's applications including but not limited to WFN experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of payroll tax principles and wage and hour laws
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems through effective customer interface and communication.
• Must be able to work under time constraints to ensure that deadlines are met.
• PC literate (Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook)

Software In The Cloud. Experts On The Ground

ADP powers the working world with comprehensive solutions that drive business success. Consistently named one of the "Most Admired Companies" by FORTUNE® Magazine, and recognized by Forbes® as one of "The World's Most Innovative Companies," ADP has over a half-million clients around the globe and 65 years of experience as one of the largest providers of human capital management solutions world-wide.

At ADP, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. ADP is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

Claims Specialist I - General Liability. in Zurich Insurance Company Ltd at Atlanta, GA, US

Job description

Zurich is currently looking for a General Liability Claims Specialist I for our Atlanta, GA office. This position will with moderate direction, handle non-litigated commercial general liability claims of low to moderate exposure and complexity within specific limits of authority. The successful candidate will follow established protocols to ensure that claims are handled in the most efficient, effective way while delivering a customer-centric claims service.

Client Externally Focused - The job’s core deliverables rely on delivering service to external clients and/or customers. Typically involves building relationships and promoting the company.

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and 1 or more years of experience in the Claims Handling area
  OR
• 1 or more years in the Claims Foundational Training Program
  OR
• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims Handling area
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims Handling area
  AND
• Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
• Customer service experience
• Microsoft Office experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial General Liability claims handling experience
• Experience reviewing and analyzing coverage
• Analytical skills
• Negotiation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience collaborating across work groups
• Organization skills and time management skills

Imagine working for a company that truly cares about their employees, customers, stakeholders, and communities they serve.

Imagine working for a values-driven organization that has the ambition and desire to be the best global insurance provider in the world.

Zurich is that place where 55,000 employees across approximately 200 countries and territories are all focused on helping people and helping companies protect what is truly most important to them. We are a values-driven organization that takes pride in the work that we do every day and we have the ambition to be the best global insurer in the world.

EOE disability/vets

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Primary Location

United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Relocation Available

No

Job Posting

08/22/17

Unposting Date

Ongoing