Compliance Manager, HR Administration - Jamaica, NY

Take a Huge step in your career and join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 of the finest professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens up a world of opportunities to ...

Job description

Take a Huge step in your career and join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 of the finest professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens up a world of opportunities to develop your existing skills, to learn new skills, and to experience working with different customers and cultures with the sole aim of always delivering a world-class service. WFS provides a full-service capability that includes Aviation cargo, Airline passenger, and Aviation ramp services. Our team of people is highly trained, highly skilled, and confident airport service professionals who are supported by local training and development. We are passionate, capable, and always willing to explore new opportunities presented by customers all over the world.

About WFS
Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary
The Compliance Manager, HR Administration is responsible for ensuring the organization adheres to laws, regulations, and internal policies specifically around payroll, employment tax, and compensation.

Responsibilities

• Supports VP, HR Administration in creating, implementing and updating compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. This includes researching relevant laws and consulting with various departments/operation to draft clear and actionable policies.
• Responsible for development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for new policies and processes established by this role.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are in place for all departments.
• Parter with payroll, time and attendance teams to support the Lines of Business operation to ensure best practices are in place and utilized for pay practices.
• Work with HRIS and Time and Attendance teams to ensure quarterly system access review has been completed
• Owner of yearend process meeting and maintenance of checklist responsibilities
• Leads investigations into potential compliance breaches, works with stakeholders to address issues and develop preventive steps for the future.
• Monitor and stay current with changes in laws and regulations to but not limited to federal, state and local wage and hour, port authority, HTA and union.
• Regularly reviews and performs auditing practices for payroll, tax, timekeeping,
• and compensation to evaluate the effectiveness of current processes, identify gaps, and ensure the organization meets compliance standards.
• Develop and administer training to educate department heads and teams about compliance policies, regulatory standards, and changes.
• Primary audit liaison with regulatory bodies; provides support on special projects and issue resolution.

Minimum Requirements

• 10+ years of payroll experience
• Bachelor's degree in business, law, finance or related field
• FPC, CPP or CCEP certification required

Preferred Skills

• Policy development
• Compliance research/monitoring
• Training development
• Regulatory knowledge
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.
• Walk short distances.
• Reach above and/or below shoulder.
• Handle/grasp documents or office equipment.
• Sit and/or stand for short or extended periods of time.
• Lift/carry/move objects, files and documents up to 10 pounds.
• Work in an office environment using standard office equipment.
• Talk, listen, and speak clearly on telephone.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Perks & Benefits

• Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more
• Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees
• Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered
• Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.