Senior Payroll Analyst (Hybrid)

SUMMARY

The Payroll Analyst provides support for payroll and payroll tax related topics and associated policy administration. Core responsibilities include coordination of payroll processing and payroll tax administration within the US region to assure accurate and timely completion of payrolls, as well as providing recommendations for process improvements geared toward standardization of processes with measurement against industry standards and/or cost reduction. We expect 50% of the time is spent on Payroll tax related topics with other 50% spent on supporting existing payroll processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for MAHLE Payroll tax compliance which includes registering companies, communication with various tax agencies regarding registration changes etc.

• Review the current tax setup which includes multiple tax companies in several states and local jurisdictions.

• Processing and handling various tax notices including follow up various jurisdictions and ADP as needed to complete the changes and ensure compliance.

• Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll related transactions in compliance with company policy and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Responsible for various monthly, quarterly and annual tax filings such as but not limited to W-2, W-2C, 940, 941, various amendments to returns etc.

• Coordinate with human resources, benefits, IT colleagues and external service providers to ensure payroll and payroll taxes continually performs at the highest level of accuracy for each location and jurisdiction.

• Participate in business segment discussions to keep up with needs and business requirements in each location to promote and facilitate highest level of service.

• Use knowledge of payroll and payroll tax systems to assist MAHLE payroll and human resources colleagues. Actively participate in discussions, lead sessions and answer various payroll and tax questions that arise. Actively engage with various stake holders in problem resolution as well as knowledge sharing and mentoring other colleagues.

• Provide support for various annual audit activities, both internal and external. Create and generate standard and custom reports as requested to meet the needs of the organization.

• All other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university preferred, or equivalent related experience.

• A minimum of 5+ years previous or related experience.

• Ability to identify and solve problems, to work within deadlines with a high attention to detail, and to work independently in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong business acumen and the ability to influence and develop strong working relationships with all levels of employees, including human resources colleagues and senior level management and/or executives.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation delivery.

• Must have a broad understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws.

• Expert level knowledge of federal, state, and local municipality payroll tax.

• Advanced computer skills, especially in MS Office, particularly Excel.

• HRIS experience is preferred, Expert level SAP payroll experience required.

• Excellent analytical, quantitative and qualitative skills.

• Payroll systems experience required incl. SAP Payroll and ADP Smart compliance.

• Functional payroll certification (FPC) required, Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) desired.