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Payroll Specialist (Hybrid) - GLOBA016871
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: We are currently looking for a Global Payroll Specialist to join our team working hybrid in one of office locations.
Responsibilities * Processes global payroll (US, UK, Canada) for over 600 employees including supplemental commission and bonus payments, and time and labor administration. Performs detailed review of all payroll/personnel master file changes. Balances hours, additional payments and audits various exception reports prior to finalizing paychecks. * Uses analytical skills to reconcile all tax accounts and investigate variances. Reconciles, prepares, files, and distributes all tax reporting and year-end tax forms and makes any corrections as needed * Balances and prepares general ledger, payroll and compensation reporting to stakeholders. Researches exception items and takes corrective action to ensure accuracy. * Maintains up-to-date knowledge of payroll changes, tax changes, and payroll applicable laws to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. * Ensures integrity of data and accuracy of compensation information in HRIS systems. Identifies and corrects any potential data issues within HRIS Systems. * Work closely with technical departments to implement process improvements, test system changes, and lead special projects within the payroll department. * Administers Compensation Management System while partnering with vendor to complete configuration and testing. Delivers training to managers
Qualifications * 4 to 6 years of relevant payroll experience * Working knowledge of payroll processing, federal and state tax principles, and wage and hour laws for entities in multi countries/ states strongly preferred * Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes * Proficiency in excel -- advanced formulas and functions, demonstrated auditing skills and accuracy in data management through reporting and reconciliations * Ability to maintain highly confidential information * Experience with UKG Pro desirable * Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred * Working with HRIS, including data extraction, analysis, and system report building
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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