ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The company’s differentiation is sustained through a combination of several factors: execution, the quality of its leadership and our DNA as an engineering leader. We have a clear purpose as an organization: to provide our customers with cutting-edge solutions to help solve their most critical needs.

 The company generated 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion and is comprised of three distinct segments: 

• Motion Technologies ($1.5B revenue) is a global leader in brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive and rail markets
• Industrial Process ($1.1B revenue) is a global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps for the chemical, energy, mining and industrial markets
• Connect & Control Technologies ($0.7B) is a niche player in harsh environment connectors and control components in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

 ITT is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with over 10,000 employees in more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries.

Responsible for assisting the Payroll Manager with delivery of services relating to Payroll Processing for all units served, which includes the daily functions of system maintenance and security, data integrity, enhancements/continuous improvement, etc.  Also includes periodic management reporting of key metrics such as Transactional Cost, Efficiency and Effectiveness Metrics, etc.

 

Leads department defined projects from conception through implementation. Defines process requirements to implement more effective business processes and for the solutions to business problems. Assists in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures that insure practical and efficient business operation.

 

• Assists Payroll Team with daily payroll functions to ensure the accurate and timely processing of all payrolls.
• Leads lean and continuous improvement efforts in the Payroll Department.
• Assists users in analyzing new development projects, in analyzing enhancement projects for existing systems and in creating Information Systems Software Applications Request for Service (ISR).
• Through communication and coordination with customers during all project phases meets project deadlines/goals. Develops or assists in the development of project work plans, task sequencing; and guides and monitors performance for all aspects of project work to insure that all tasks are completed on schedule.
• Helps to develop project cost and benefit estimates to establish project worth including the development of alternative considerations leading to recommendations for new systems or equipment installations or changes to existing ones.
• Reviews business systems documentation and assures it is complete, acceptable and in accordance with standards.
• Recognizes and identifies potential areas where existing policies and procedures require change, or where new ones need to be developed, especially regarding future business expansion.
• Assists in the estimation and procurement of resource requirements (personnel, hardware and software) necessary during the life cycle of a project.  For example – coordination of hardware/software purchases, deliveries, installations, etc.
• When required, assists Team Members in completing project tasks, in an effort to keep the project on schedule.

 

Equivalent Education Level Required -- B.S. Degree in Accounting.

 

Experience Required -- Should have at least 4-6 years experience in Accounting and HR / Payroll background with strong orientation towards process and continuous improvement.

 

Desirable experience – Project management, documenting of functional specifications, flowcharting processes and creating queries. 

 

Knowledge Required -- Applies extensive knowledge as a generalist or specialist with working expertise of all job functions within Payroll and HR.   

 

Desirable skills/traits – Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing. Analytical and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Access. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 98, 2000, NT and XP Operating Systems. Knowledge of AS/400 Mid Range system. Ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience. Ability to work independently with limited supervision.  Change agent.  Detail oriented.

We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.