Description At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy. The SFA, Payroll at Bath & Body Works is involved in a wide range of challenging and unique assignments that are key to the success of the business. This role will lead a team that plays a significant role in initiatives that typically involve cross-functional teams, leaders of Human Resources, and other functions. Responsibilities: + Support our initiative of Building a High Performing Team by proving direction and oversight to a team of 3 which will include setting clear goals and expectations that align with the company's mission and vision. + Be able to flex between roles of coach, developer, and influencer to drive individual and team growth and success as well as upskilling the team and improving overall performance + Serve as a first level of review and support in tax filing and escheatment processes. + Assist in leading quarterly and annual tax review processes as well as authoring quarterly escheatment reporting and support weekly Payroll banking audits and reviews + Support key payroll initiatives and projects such as expansion of Earned Wage Access program and the leveraging of RPA for process optimization. + Collaborate with Cross-Functional Partners in Digital IT, Associate Connect, Benefits and Human Resources to understand current processes and make recommendations for improvements as needed. This includes acting as Payroll liaison with Digital IT - attending technology meetings to provide input on Payroll processes that pertain to the relevant issues affecting the Payroll Services Teams (Operations, Tax, Banking), and providing analysis to support impacts of change and communicate to Payroll Leadership and IT partners + Complete ad hoc analysis and/or develop evaluation methods to support the work of the team in addition to identifying root cause of current issues and leading initiatives to change cross-functional processes. + Quantify impacts of key decisions, present findings to management/senior leadership and execute on decisions which includes providing insight of meeting content and recommendations to Manager/AVP + Meet with key partners within Payroll spaces to further understand processes and communicate change. Qualifications + Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in Payroll/Human resource roles, preferably overseeing direct reports with a consistent track record of effective leadership and development of a payroll team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment + Experience with Cloud-based HCM systems including Oracle or Workday. Proficiency with systems such as ADP Wisely and Smart Compliance, Blackline, SAP, and automation tools such as UI Path and Power Automate, a plus. + Strong Communication and Presentation skills to various audience from individual contributors through Senior Leadership. + Proficiency in Office365. + High attention to detail coupled with execution, analytical and auditing skills. + Ability to supervise task execution in a thorough, composed, accurate and timely fashion while leading multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Education: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resource is required. + Project Management Training (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.), FPC/CPP certification a plus. Core Competencies: + Lead with Curiosity & Humility + Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow + Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose + Observe, Engage & Connect + Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence + Deliver Business Results Benefits: Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include: + Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office. + 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount + No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including an inclusive family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance. + Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs + 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses! Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer **.** We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Application window will close when all role(s) are filled.