payroll analyst.

- Advises Plant contact/Supervisors of policy and procedures on labor and payroll. Audits entries made to the automated labor system.
- Implements and processes performance pay, general increases, vacation re-set and reloads according to ongoing schedule, for factory & Cleveland Salary. Audits system for accuracy and timeliness. Analyzes pay discrepancies, calculates retro pay and makes vacation adjustments. Evaluates implications of any situation that impacts payroll and responds accordingly (i.e. shut downs, holiday, short weeks, etc).
- Complies with audit requests.
- Responsible for maintaining record retention system within the in-house time and labor system.
- Track and monitor payroll disbursements/deductions for fitness reimbursement, safety shoes, etc.
- Track and monitor FMLA/STD status of impacted employees and make adjustments as necessary to the payroll system.
- Monitor the Payroll mailbox to respond and resolve issues in a timely fashion
- Contributes to organizational capability by training co-workers within and outside of the department and plant on payroll, labor and garnishment procedures.
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Responsibilities:
1. Ensuring error-free payroll for multiple locations in the region by reviewing and entering all file maintenance.
2. Processing hourly and salary payroll, including balancing Time & Labor to GEAC payroll.
3. Processing child support and garnishments and preparing requests to FSC for payment.
4. Serving as the employee and supervisor contact person for payroll questions.
5. Advising plant contacts and supervisors on labor and payroll policies and procedures.
6. Auditing entries made to the automated labor system.
7. Implementing and processing performance pay, general increases, vacation re-set and reloads according to an ongoing schedule.
8. Auditing the system for accuracy and timeliness, analyzing pay discrepancies, calculating retro pay, and making vacation adjustments.
9. Evaluating the implications of situations that impact payroll (e.g., shut downs, holidays, short weeks) and responding accordingly.
10. Complying with audit requests.
11. Maintaining a record retention system within the in-house time and labor system.
12. Tracking and monitoring payroll disbursements/deductions for fitness reimbursement, safety shoes, etc.
13. Tracking and monitoring FMLA/STD status of impacted employees and making adjustments in the payroll system.
14. Monitoring the Payroll mailbox to respond and resolve issues in a timely fashion.
15. Contributing to organizational capability by training co-workers on payroll, labor, and garnishment procedures.
16. Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Skills:
Associates Degree- Clerical or Business
Preferred Bachelors Degree

Payroll Expertise: Advanced knowledge and expertise in payroll processes, including file maintenance, balancing, handling payroll adjustments, and resolving pay discrepancies.

Knowledge of Payroll Systems: Proficiency in using payroll systems such as GEAC or similar software to process payroll and ensure accuracy.

Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to review and enter payroll data accurately, ensuring error-free payroll processing.

Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to serve as the main contact person for employees and supervisors regarding payroll questions and inquiries.

Policy and Procedure Knowledge: Understanding of labor and payroll policies, regulations, and procedures to provide accurate advice and guidance to plant contacts and supervisors.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze pay discrepancies, evaluate the implications of payroll situations, and respond accordingly to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Auditing Abilities: Proficiency in auditing entries made to automated labor systems and the payroll system to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.

Problem-Solving Skills: Strong problem-solving skills to address payroll-related issues, respond to inquiries, and resolve problems in a timely and efficient manner.

Record Keeping: Ability to maintain a record retention system within an in-house time and labor system, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.

Training and Collaboration: Willingness to contribute to the organizational capability by training co-workers within and outside the department and plant on payroll, labor, and garnishment procedures, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Education:
No Degree Required

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Payroll Processing: Experience and proficiency in processing hourly and salary payroll, including handling file maintenance, time and labor balancing, and addressing pay discrepancies.

Knowledge of Payroll Systems: Familiarity with payroll systems such as GEAC and automated labor systems to ensure accurate and timely processing.

Compliance and Auditing: Ability to comply with audit requests and conduct audits of entries and systems to ensure accuracy, adherence to policies, and regulatory compliance.

Policy and Procedure Advisory: Ability to advise plant contacts and supervisors on labor and payroll policies and procedures.

Problem Solving: Skill in evaluating the implications of payroll-related situations (e.g., shut downs, holidays, short weeks) and responding accordingly to ensure smooth payroll processing.

Record Retention: Proficiency in maintaining a record retention system within an in-house time and labor system to ensure proper documentation and compliance.

Deduction Tracking: Ability to track and monitor payroll disbursements and deductions for fitness reimbursement, safety shoes, and other purposes.

FMLA/STD Administration: Knowledge of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Short-Term Disability (STD) regulations, ability to track and monitor impacted employees' status, and make necessary adjustments in the payroll system.

Communication and Issue Resolution: Skill in monitoring the Payroll mailbox, responding to inquiries, and resolving issues in a timely manner.

Training and Collaboration: Ability to contribute to the organization's capability by training co-workers within and outside the department and plant on payroll, labor, and garnishment procedures, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.


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