Sr. Project/ Program Manager - Payroll Job Listing at AMD in Austin, TX (Job ID 42678-en-us)

Description

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THE ROLE:

Through this position, we are actively seeking a highly skilled project manager who has overseen payroll projects.  This role will drive the information flow of various projects and initiatives along with cross-functional engagement.  An understanding of the overall flow of the initiative goals and framework.  Conceptual knowledge of 3rd party application system integration.  This role will report directly to the Payroll Manager. 

THE PERSON:

Our ideal candidate will be an exceptional self-starter, someone who is highly motivated and capable of setting priorities and executing for the overall project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the planning, design, and implementation of payroll projects from the contract signing through company rollout.
• Must understand the proposed business processes, understand the integration requirements, and understand technical concepts related to the payroll implementation.
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Prepare payroll process flows, documentation, and make recommendations.
• Develop test methodologies as well as troubleshooting, problem solving and solutions.
• Develop regular project status reports to track activities and monitor all deliverables and key milestones.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders such as IT and HR on all cross-functional dependencies.
• Liaison with external vendors and internal stakeholders, as required.
• Prepare presentations and provide timely updates to management and other key stakeholders.
• Assist in Change Management planning.
• Other duties as assigned but not limited to above.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Skilled and knowledge in project management and experience in payroll implementations.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, attention to detail and effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite of applications, such as Excel, Word, Power-Point and Visio.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• BA or BS degree in Accounting, Finance or other business-related fields is desired.

LOCATION:

Austin, Texas

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AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE/MFDV

At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.