IT Manager, Payroll Systems

Additional Location(s):US-MN-Arden Hills

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

Boston Scientific is a global leader in medical technology, dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative solutions that improve health outcomes. With a strong commitment to cutting-edge research, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we strive to make a meaningful impact on healthcare worldwide.

The Global Business Services IT (GBSIT) team plays a critical role in managing and enhancing payroll systems that support our complex, global workforce. We are seeking a Manager of Payroll Systems to oversee timekeeping and payroll tools, integrations, and strategy.

This role is responsible for maintaining payroll applications and leading a global support team, including third-party vendors. The manager will collaborate with regional stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive system enhancements that improve business operations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, critical thinking, and a strategic business mindset.

Work Mode:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Visa Sponsorship:

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the IT point of contact for business operations.
• Assist in developing and executing Payroll roadmaps and strategy.
• Act as the Product Manager for payroll systems, conducting scrum ceremonies and prioritizing work for the team.
• Ensure that payroll systems function correctly and efficiently, including regular updates, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Assist the business in ensuring payroll processes comply with relevant laws and regulations, including preparing for and managing audits, such as SOX audits.
• Lead payroll-related projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and implementations, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
• Continuously seek ways to improve payroll processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• Manage multiple vendor relationships where vendors execute business-critical operations.
• Maintain flexibility with availability to address system issues and coordinate with various cross-functional teams.
• Provide leadership in IT deliverables according to Boston Scientific Global Systems Methodology; support problem-solving and resolution of roadblocks.
• Influence leaders and teams to deliver on plans.
• Manage payroll-related product teams, providing coaching, support, and leadership while maintaining an inclusive culture.
• Provide updates to senior management through frequent communications.
• Provide training and support to payroll staff and other users of payroll systems, including creating user guides and conducting training sessions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of IT management experience.
• Experience with payroll systems and software, including SAP (HR & payroll modules), UKG Pro/Kronos (workforce & payroll management), and SuccessFactors (HR & talent management).
• Expertise in system integration, data management, automation tools, and system upgrades, ensuring compliance with regulations (e.g., SOX).
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Strong financial analysis and data reporting skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (MBA preferred).
• Experience in a large, global matrixed organization.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
• Payroll-related certifications (e.g., CPP, FPC).
• Strong consultative skills with the ability to work independently and drive strategic initiatives.

Requisition ID:597970

Minimum Salary: $103700

Maximum Salary: $197000

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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