Payroll Manager, China

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

position

Payroll Manager, China

reports to

Senior Manager, Payroll

location

Shanghai

about this team

The Payroll Manager for China will be located in the Shanghai Store Support Centre under the Finance department, reporting into the Senior Manager, Global Payroll in Vancouver. This is a team of dedicated and passionate people, who are integral to delivering an excellent pay experience to all lululemon employees.

core responsibilities

Provide insight and guidance as a Leader in the Global Payroll team to help influence and guide the long-term road map for our China pay systems and processes, both internal and external.

Oversee, provide direction and act as a reference point for a team of two Payroll Specialists processing both bi-weekly and monthly payrolls.

Responsible for ensuring that all payrolls are processed accurately, on time and in compliance.

Responsible for coaching, mentoring and support of direct reports, promptly advising relevant other business leaders of payroll issues and working with parties to resolve.

In close partnership with People & Culture team and payroll vendors, consistently work to improve pay process, and employee experience.

Continuous Improvement - developing audits and balancing procedures and improving processes to ensure payroll and GL accuracy

Involved in payroll projects for improvement or business development.

qualifications

Bachelor degree or equivalent preferred

3+ years people leadership experience

Knowledge of payroll/HR, Financial and time & attendance systems such as Immedis UKG, Ceridian Dayforce, ADP Payroll, Oracle, FESCO

Good command of English, excellent communication skills

Hands on payroll operation experience for China payroll

must haves

Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.

Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.

Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.

Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.

Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.

Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

additional notes

Authorization to work in China is required for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. As part of our total rewards offering, you will receive competitive base pay and permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

Supplement health and dental benefits, and mental health plans

Paid time off

Savings plan matching - Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parenthood top-up

Extensive catalog of development course offerings

People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

workplace arrangement

Hybrid

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.