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Payroll Administrator

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Payroll Administrator

Smithton, PA

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Administrator to join our operations team in our Mount Pleasant, PA site. The ideal candidate will be responsible for time administration duties and act as a payroll liaison. This role requires an understanding of financial concepts and payroll fundamentals. The Payroll Administrator will play a crucial role in supporting our employees with payroll questions as well as support our management team with pay changes and processes and will collaborate with the HR team.

Responsibilities

  • Review and signoff on weekly timecards for all hourly employees accurately and on time.
  • Ensure compliance with governmental accounting regulations and internal policies as well as a union collective bargaining agreement.
  • Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies or issues and resolve them promptly.
  • Collaborate with the Human Resources department to ensure accurate employee information is maintained.
  • Utilize Kronos or similar timekeeping systems to track employee hours on a weekly basis.
  • Prepare reports in Kronos as needed.
  • Act as a payroll liaison to employees and managers when there are questions related to payslips, the timekeeping system configurations, pay adjustments, accrual reporting, reimbursements and other payroll related topics.
  • Partner with the management team to train on processes and actions that need to be taken in Workday and Kronos.
  • Other administrative support responsibilities as assigned by organization management.

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Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
  • 5+ years experience processing payroll
  • Experience working in a timekeeping system
  • Familiarity with using Kronos is preferred
  • Strong knowledge of multi-state tax and wage laws
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to pivot in a fast-paced environment
  • Impeccable professional integrity and a strong commitment to upholding confidentiality in all aspects of payroll management
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

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Client-provided location(s): Mt Pleasant, PA 15666, USA
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-115491
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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