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Payroll Specialist II

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), Los Angeles, CA, United States


Overview
Take a Huge step in your career and join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens up opportunities to develop existing skills, learn new skills, and work with different customers and cultures while delivering world-class service. WFS provides a full-service capability that includes aviation cargo, airline passenger, and aviation ramp services. Our team is highly trained, skilled, and confident airport service professionals supported by local training and development.

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business-to-customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents.

Job Summary
The Payroll Specialist II will be responsible for processing payroll along with supporting the Payroll Management team in ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

Responsibilities

Responsible for working with Time and Attendance Coordinator to review employee hours for payroll uploads and works to help resolve inaccuracies.

Responsible for processing payroll for hourly and salary employees, reviewing for accuracy, facilitating appropriate corrections, and validating payroll for finalization and payment.

Reviews pay discrepancies and provides a resolution.

Processing and management of pay card payments and reconciliation.

Handles employee pay inquiries in a timely manner.

Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.

Supports audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.

Works closely with Compensation, Benefits, Labor Relations, and Field Operations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Works on special projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Five–Seven years of payroll experience required.

Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to exercise discretion with confidential information.

Strong verbal and written communication.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficient with payroll software, preferably ADP and SAP.

Preferred Skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to exercise discretion with confidential information.

Strong verbal and written communication.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficient with payroll software, preferably ADP and SAP.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Supports audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.

Works closely with Compensation, Benefits, Labor Relations, and Field Operations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Works on special projects as assigned.

Perks & Benefits

Access your pay when you need it through the DailyPay app.

On-the-spot awards through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more.

Multiple medical care options for full and part-time employees.

Travel discounts, pet insurance, discount shopping, and more.

Wellness programs offered to all employees.

401(k) program offered.

Opportunity for internal mobility and transfers.

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.

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