EQT Corporation

Manager, HRIS and Payroll

EQT Corporation

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: California • Connecticut • United States

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Tech Stack

C++

About the role

  • Serve as the primary administrator and owner of the HRIS (e.g., Workday, UKG, ADP, Dayforce), managing system configuration, integrations, and data governance.
  • Lead the implementation of a new HRIS, including requirements gathering, vendor selection, and change management.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful system migration, testing, and user adoption.
  • Develop, automate, and maintain HR dashboards and analytics that support strategic business decisions.
  • Drive continuous improvement through automation and process optimization to enhance HR and payroll efficiency.
  • Provide leadership and strategic direction to the payroll team, ensuring consistent, accurate, and timely processing across multiple states.
  • Oversee payroll policies, controls, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations as well as Department of Labor (DOL) wage and hour laws.
  • Serve as the company’s subject matter expert on payroll tax compliance, audits, and reporting.
  • Partner with Finance and external auditors on payroll-related reconciliations, filings, and compliance reviews.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and ensure system and procedural updates as required.
  • Design and deliver reports and dashboards to meet compliance, audit, and leadership needs.
  • Conduct regular audits of HRIS and payroll data to ensure integrity and accuracy.
  • Oversee tax filings and year-end reporting, including W-2s, 1099s, and ACA compliance.
  • Ensure all documentation and recordkeeping meet internal and regulatory standards.
  • Partner with Total Rewards, HR, Finance, and IT to ensure system alignment and data consistency.
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and development to payroll staff, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
  • Support HR and Finance leaders in data-driven strategic planning and decision-making.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5–8 years of progressive HRIS and payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, UKG, ADP, Dayforce) and overseeing multi-state payroll operations.
  • Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
  • Advanced Excel and HR analytics capabilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Hands-on experience leading an HRIS implementation project strongly preferred.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or HRIS certification (e.g., Workday Pro, UKG Pro) preferred.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
HRIS managementdata governancesystem configurationpayroll processingHR analyticsautomationprocess optimizationproject managementdata integrityregulatory compliance
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationanalytical skillsmentorshipstrategic planningcollaborationattention to detailchange managementaccountabilityuser adoption
Certifications
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Workday ProUKG Pro