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Associate Director, Leave of Absence Team
Associate Director, Leave of Absence Team-July 2024
Cleveland
Jul 22, 2025
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About Associate Director, Leave of Absence Team

  Career Level Requirement

  Experienced

  Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

  KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, HR Leave of Absence to join our Talent & Culture People Services team.

  Responsibilities:Partner with third party administrator, legal and employee relations team on all leaves of absences including Short-Term Disability, FMLA, USERRA, accommodations, Long Term Disability and Worker's Compensation claimsManage the day-to-day operations of the Leave Management team including oversight of offshore teams, coordination with third party administrator, managing leave of absence data in HRIS, working with payroll on leave adjustments, quality control processes; oversee the design and development of tools, guidelines, and procedures to optimize leave administration and overall service delivery; collaborate with Payroll and the third party administrator to ensure accurate pay during leaves and efficient processing of short-term and long-term disability claimsProvide guidance to employees, mangers, and employee relations teams as it relates to leave of absence policy; serve as liaison between the employee, employee relations team, and absence management providers in case of escalated issuesEnsure regulatory compliance with various Federal, State and Local laws, FMLA, USERRA, ADA, and benefit administration related to leaves of absenceDrive continuous review and modification to leave policies and procedures to remain compliant with changing legislations and best practices and ensure a seamless employee experience Monitor service levels of third-party administrator and vendors; conduct regular audits of leave cases, third party administrator processes and offshore teams to ensure compliance and accuracy; develop and maintain reports and metrics related to leaves of absenceQualifications:Minimum five years of recent experience managing leaves of absences, disability benefits, and accommodations in a complex, multi-state environment using a third-party administrator in a leveraged service model; in-depth understanding of state and federal laws related to leaves of absence including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, HIPPAA, COBRA, and moreBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience; HR certification a plusAbility to effectively lead and manage a team comprised of both onshore and off/near shore resources working in a professional office environment; proven success directing implementation of key HR policies and procedures/programs in absence managementExcellent oral and written communication skills, ability to display executive presence in interactions with all levels of internal customers and team members; ability to build relationships with key stakeholdersDemonstrated capability to manage sensitive and confidential information; capability to juggle multiple priorities with focus on customer service; robust analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAdvanced Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Service Now and reporting tools a plus

  KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at " Benefits & How We Work ".

  Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:

  https://www.kpmg.us/work-for-kpmg/pay-transparency.html/?id=1523-9

  KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

  KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).

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