Payroll Administrator
Komatsu North America, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Payroll Administrator
We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to join our newly established Total Rewards team in Milwaukee, WI (South Harbor)! At Komatsu, our Total Rewards team supports North America in various areas including payroll, onboarding, offboarding, leave management, reporting, compensation, benefits, HRIS, and HR analytics. This role will provide foundational skills in payroll administration with potential for career advancement within each key area of the team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working cross-functional between human resources, benefits, and the business, and will be adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the day.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Confirm data changes via automated process for employee changes such as new hires, terminations, & pay changes
Computing wage and overtime payments, calculating and recording payroll deductions and processing terminations
Update/Process employee earnings and deductions and miscellaneous payroll entries using payroll system, UKG
Perform historical corrections on employee time records within the Workforce Management (WFM) system to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
Processing weekly, bi-weekly and/or monthly payrolls for assigned employee groups
Analysis of payroll data to ensure error free processing
Payroll support on garnishments and levies
Develop and maintain relationships with Human Resources and Employee Benefits, as well as other business units throughout the United States
Qualifications/Requirements:
High-school diploma (or equivalent) required, Associates level degree preferred
1-3 years of experience in Payroll or Finance
Must possess strong Customer service and professional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read, comprehend and follow verbal instructions and ability to perform basic arithmetic and payroll calculations
Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently meet strict deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment, manage high volume, repetitive daily tasks, and be highly adaptable
Proven success with tasks requiring high level of accuracy and confidentiality
Able to handle difficult situations with patience. Confidence in interacting with employees at all levels of the organization, both vertically and horizontally
Willingness to learn: the importance of payroll processes and procedures federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines payroll tax laws, HR laws, garnishment laws, and HR Policies
Basic Excel skills required with the willingness to broaden Excel skills to advanced
Basic understanding of the importance of Labor Unions within an organization and commitment to learning the nuances to ensure pay is accurate
Ability to navigate multiple computer systems
Company Benefits:
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to join our newly established Total Rewards team in Milwaukee, WI (South Harbor)! At Komatsu, our Total Rewards team supports North America in various areas including payroll, onboarding, offboarding, leave management, reporting, compensation, benefits, HRIS, and HR analytics. This role will provide foundational skills in payroll administration with potential for career advancement within each key area of the team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working cross-functional between human resources, benefits, and the business, and will be adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the day.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Confirm data changes via automated process for employee changes such as new hires, terminations, & pay changes
Computing wage and overtime payments, calculating and recording payroll deductions and processing terminations
Update/Process employee earnings and deductions and miscellaneous payroll entries using payroll system, UKG
Perform historical corrections on employee time records within the Workforce Management (WFM) system to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
Processing weekly, bi-weekly and/or monthly payrolls for assigned employee groups
Analysis of payroll data to ensure error free processing
Payroll support on garnishments and levies
Develop and maintain relationships with Human Resources and Employee Benefits, as well as other business units throughout the United States
Qualifications/Requirements:
High-school diploma (or equivalent) required, Associates level degree preferred
1-3 years of experience in Payroll or Finance
Must possess strong Customer service and professional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read, comprehend and follow verbal instructions and ability to perform basic arithmetic and payroll calculations
Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently meet strict deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment, manage high volume, repetitive daily tasks, and be highly adaptable
Proven success with tasks requiring high level of accuracy and confidentiality
Able to handle difficult situations with patience. Confidence in interacting with employees at all levels of the organization, both vertically and horizontally
Willingness to learn: the importance of payroll processes and procedures federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines payroll tax laws, HR laws, garnishment laws, and HR Policies
Basic Excel skills required with the willingness to broaden Excel skills to advanced
Basic understanding of the importance of Labor Unions within an organization and commitment to learning the nuances to ensure pay is accurate
Ability to navigate multiple computer systems
Company Benefits:
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.