Senior Payroll Specialist W. R. Grace
Overview
Lead end-to-end U.S. payroll processing and support for Canada and European regions. Ensure accurate timely compliant payroll operations while partnering with HR Finance Tax and external providers. Drive process improvements and maintain robust payroll procedures. This role differs by focusing on global payroll oversight and cross-border regulatory compliance.
What You'll Do12
- 1Process end-to-end payroll activities to ensure accurate timely payroll delivery
- 2Audit payroll transactions payroll registers time and attendance data and payroll interfaces
- 3Research and resolve payroll discrepancies employee inquiries and complex payroll issues
- 4Ensure compliance with federal state local and international payroll regulations
- 5Administer payroll deductions garnishments and other payroll-related transactions
- 6Support payroll tax filings reconciliations year-end reporting and regulatory requirements
- 7Generate payroll reports and perform payroll account reconciliations and related accounting support
- 8Process off-cycle payrolls ACH transactions and other special payroll payments as needed
- 9Maintain payroll procedures documentation and internal controls
- 10Partner with HR Finance Tax and third-party providers to support payroll operations
- 11Participate in payroll system enhancements testing and process improvement initiatives
- 12Support internal and external audits and serve as a payroll subject matter expert
Requirements18
- 1Associates or Bachelor degrees in Accounting Finance Business Administration Human Resources or related fields or equivalent experience
- 2Experience with ADP Workforce Now ADP Streamline UKG Workforce Dimensions Kronos Workforce Central or similar platforms
- 35+ years of end-to-end payroll processing experience
- 43+ years of experience with U.S. payroll tax regulations multi-state payroll processing and year-end payroll activities
- 5Experience with payroll reconciliations payroll accounting and audit support
- 6Experience working within integrated payroll and HRIS environments
- 7Strong knowledge of payroll processing payroll tax compliance and payroll controls
- 8Excellent analytical problem-solving and customer service skills
- 9Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables XLOOKUP VLOOKUP and data analysis
- 10Experience with payroll HRIS and timekeeping systems
- 11Understanding of payroll accounting reconciliations and general ledger impacts
- 12Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- 13High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality
- 14Ability to document processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- 15Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification
- 16Experience supporting Canadian and European payroll operations
- 17Experience with global payroll providers and international payroll processes
- 18Knowledge of SOX controls audits and payroll governance
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