What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Payroll Specialist / Contractor position at swipejobs LLC?
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Job Description :
Core Responsibilities :
Oversee payroll processing for approximately 3,000 employees (2,200 hours and 800 salaried).
Ensure compliance with payroll policies, including shift differentials, punch rounding, and labor allocations.
Perform payroll accounting tasks, including journal entries, month-end close activities, and balancing payroll inputs / outputs.
Collaborate with plant-level payroll admins to ensure accurate time and attendance reporting.
Manage exceptions such as tuition payments, badge deductions, and manual overrides.
Work with multiple systems : UKG Dimensions (timekeeping), Workday (HR / payroll processing), and SAP (financials).
Minimum of 5 years in payroll, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with UKG Dimensions, Workday, and SAP.
Strong understanding of payroll laws, compliance, and internal controls (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley).
Proven ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines, especially during holidays.
Analytical skills to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies or system issues.
Able to do manual journal entries if the system goes down.
Understanding of shift differentials, punch rounding, and labor allocations.
Experience with internal controls and compliance, including Department of Labor standards.
Highly motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills to liaise with HR, plant admins, and corporate payroll teams.
Analytical mindset for troubleshooting payroll issues and evaluating system processes.
Learn payroll policies and processes, including systems (UKG Dimensions, Workday, SAP).
Familiarize with manufacturing-specific payroll requirements and holiday schedules.
Gain an understanding of internal controls and compliance measures related to payroll.
Assist with labor category setups and resolve payroll errors as needed.
Additional Notes :
- The role requires flexibility to manage tight payroll deadlines, particularly during holidays.
- Candidates must have the ability to troubleshoot and escalate issues related to system discrepancies or compliance concerns.
- International payroll experience is a plus, but not mandatory, as third-party vendors handle most global payroll processes.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Functional Payroll (CFP).
Full-time, Part-time
40.0 / hr
Prof23
Salary : $40
