US Payroll Professional

Job Title: Payroll Professional 50% Timekeeping, 50% Payroll Processing Shift: US Shift Timing The Payroll Professional acts as a critical link between Business Operations, PX, Benefits, and Accounting teams to ensure seamless multi-state US payroll operations. This intermediate-level role manages end-to-end payroll processing, tax compliance, and system data integrity, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining SOX compliance.

Payroll Processing:  Manage bi-weekly payroll cycles for multiple legal entities, ensuring all data transactions are processed accurately and on schedule. Tax Compliance:  Serve as a subject matter expert for multi-state tax matters, W-2/W-2C processing, and reconciliation to ensure 100% accuracy. System Administration:  Leverage proficiency in ADP (Workforce Now) and Workday to manage data imports, audits, and payroll system configurations. Helpdesk Support:  Manage the payroll helpdesk by researching and resolving complex employee and third-party queries with precision and excellent customer service. Collaboration:  Act as a liaison with HR and Finance teams to prepare reports, reconcile payroll transmissions, and validate report totals. Documentation:  Maintain comprehensive payroll documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that reflect current legislative requirements. Timekeeper - Position Summary The Timekeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate records of time worked by employees across the organization. This role ensures compliance with labor laws and organization-specific policies, focusing on the accurate tracking of hours, overtime, and leave to facilitate seamless payroll processing.

Attendance Tracking:  Monitor and verify daily staff attendance and ensure accurate collection of timesheets/timecards. Data Integrity:  Review timekeeping data for errors, validate entries, and coordinate corrections with managers and employees. Processing:  Calculate and initiate payroll-related data, including adjustments for paid time off, overtime, bonuses, and commission. Policy Compliance:  Ensure timekeeping practices align with federal/state labor laws and company policies. Employee Support:  Provide information to employees regarding payroll/timekeeping policies and investigate or resolve discrepancies. System Maintenance:  Update timekeeping, payroll, and benefits data in HRIS solutions, particularly during status changes like promotions, transfers, or terminations. Qualifications & Skills Experience:  5+ years of progressive experience in multi-state US payroll operations within a shared service environment and 3​+ years of experience in a payroll, HR, or timekeeping-focused administrative role. Technical Proficiency:  Expert-level knowledge of ADP Workforce Now (WFN) and Workday required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and common timekeeping software (e.g., ​UKG/Kronos, ADP, ​ Workday or similar). Compliance Knowledge:  Deep understanding of legislation and regulations for multi-state taxation and multi-legal entity payroll. Analytical Skills:  Proven track record in payroll reconciliation, auditing, and problem-solving. Accuracy:  Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data integrity. Communication:  Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with employees and managers regarding sensitive payroll issues.

Preferred: BS/BA degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Minimum qualification, High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Business or HR preferred.

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