Payroll Specialist

Company: ZEISS
Location: Novi
Posted on: September 8, 2023

Job Description:

Position Description

The Payroll Processor is responsible for overseeing the processing of payroll for - 3,000 employees in North America. The Payroll Processor supports all aspects of payroll processing, for a large and diverse multi-state, multi-entity payroll operation as well as process improvement. The ideal candidate should possess payroll/human resource business knowledge, and in-depth Workday knowledge, along with system conversion or upgrade experience.

Job Description:

• Consistently, accurately process payroll for employees - Bi -Weekly Payroll using Workday for different Zeiss entities
• Manage workflow as prescribed in SOP (Standard Operation Procedure) to maximize efficiency,
• Audit timesheets accurately to ensure wages and benefits are properly distributed,
• Accurately record and document all transactions, as directed,
• Research, analyze, and resolve all discrepancies, reporting to management as needed
• Monitor all accounts continually for accuracy.
• Respond to inquiries related to payroll processes and procedures,
• Ensure accurate taxation and garnishment is applied to each account
• Participate in end-of-month closing and audits,
• Conduct year-end reporting for W-2s,
• Remain in constant communication with teammates and management
  
  Key Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:
  
  • -Workday payroll system experience
  • Minimum 5-7 years of demonstrated work experience in the support of a large and diverse multi-state, multi-entity payroll operation, with a strong understanding of HR & payroll-related issues.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highly organized, self-motivated and detail oriented.
  • Experience with shared service environment
  • Proficient Knowledge of Excel and Pivot Tables
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines managing multiple task
  • Proven demonstration of problem solving /analysis skills to solve various stakeholder issues or process changes
  • Flexibility in terms of willingness to meet varied and changing demands
  • Ability to be reliable, resourceful, take initiative, solve problems and off solutions
  • Willing to learn and develop
    
    The annual salary range for this position is $64,000 - $80,000
    
    The salary offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.
    
    This position is eligible for a performance bonus.
    
    ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.
    
    Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
    Clara Cresswell

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