Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means joining one of the world's largest, fastest growing, and most dynamic global companies. Stanley Black & Decker is a world-leading provider of tools and storage, commercial electronic security and engineered fastening systems. We have been globally recognized as one of the most innovative, sustainable, and rewarding companies in the world. Recent acquisitions have made us the largest hand-tool, accessory and power tool manufacturer in the world.

About the Role:

This position is part of the Global Shared Services Payroll Organization. It is responsible for leading and management of six Mexican payrolls located in Monterrey, Reynosa, Hermosillo, Nogales, Puebla and Mexico City with an accumulated average headcount of 10,000 FTEs.  This includes the preparation, documentation and disbursement of the organization’s payroll; supervising the Mexican Payroll Teams; and ensuring payroll is delivered timely, accurately and efficiently.

Job Responsibilities:

Manages the Mexican Payroll Team to ensure the timely and accurate preparation and delivery of the six  Mexican payrolls,  located in different legal entities and cities. Different Mexican payrolls:  Five Union payrolls (weekly), Administrative and Sales Incentives (monthly), Christmas bonus , Profit Sharing, Management Bonuses, (MICP).  Calculate and prepare layoffs, (regular turnover and major headcount reductions) for the six legal entities. Ensures all other voluntary and involuntary deductions are taken and accounted for throughout the payroll life cycle; to include (but not limited to) benefits, saving funds, garnishments, pension plans, special Government borrowings (FONACOT), etc.Determine and control other payroll benefits like food coupons, grocery coupons, gasoline aid, etc.Calculate and initiate the payments of the monthly payroll state tax of every legal entity.Appropriate withholding of federal income taxes, social security, retirement (SAR) and Government housing program (INFONAVIT). Determine and initiate the payments of monthly payroll withholdings. Resolve discrepancies or issues that may arise with the appropriate Government Offices.Responsible for SOX controls within the payroll organization and actively participates in audits (internal and external).Responds to and manages all inquiries relating to payroll and payroll systems; acts as the main point of contact for payroll and interacts seamlessly with key stakeholders and partners.Manages the team of Payroll Specialists through day-to-day activities, while providing guidance on activities and deliverables.Mentors the team while providing growth and learning opportunitiesHolds periodic 1x1 sessions with direct reports to ensure alignment with leadership expectations and throughout the organization.Coordinates all activities relating to year-end, including annual returns and reconciliation with the Government Digital System, year end withholding tax adjustments, individual  processing. Annual returns, and all other year end activities.Provides customer and stakeholder support for issues that arise and develops a plan for problem resolution along with mitigation of issues on a go-forward basis.Recommends, develops and implements changes to processes, procedures and workflows, leading to greater efficiency and accuracy throughout the Mexican payroll operations.Manage 3rd party providers to ensure compliance with processes, requirements, laws and service expectations: food coupons, grocery coupons, gas aid, etc.Drive the payroll service delivery model including ongoing vendor, process and system enhancements to ensure optimal performance in the delivery of payroll servicesServes as the focal point for payroll migrations and transition activitiesEngages in the typical activities and responsibilities of a manager, to include planning, evaluating, organizing and integrating, while maintaining a focus on teamwork, communication and the change management process to be successful.Supervisory responsibilities include staffing decisions, conducting performance evaluations, training and development, salary change recommendations, promotions, disciplinary actions (including terminations), etc.Must be a hands-on, working manager, with the ability and willing to “get involved in the details”.Performs other tasks/duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Competencies:

Minimum of 5-6 years in Payroll, specially with the TRESS platform used by all Mexican entities, with 3-4 years of supervisory/leadership responsibilities. Demonstrated leadership qualitiesStrong process improvement skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, with little supervisionMust be a customer-focused, results-driven leader with an emphasis on quality, detail and accuracyAbility to drive results and customer service improvements through KPIs, metrics and benchmarking measurements.Ability to influence team members, business partners and key stakeholders without authority.Strong interpersonal and organizational skillsAbility to develop and deliver effective training to payroll staff

 
Educational Requirements:

Degree in business related discipline (Accounting, HR, etc.), or the equivalent of combination of education and work experience.Strong knowledge of payroll taxes and social security obligations.Labor Law knowledge desired.Finance knowledge desired

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are 

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Global Benefits & Perks
You’ll be rewarded with a competitive salary plus receive entitlements and benefits unique to your country of hire. 

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development: 
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.