Payroll associate job description

At Pentair, you will work along-side passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future and are focused on creating a healthier world for all. Throughout our 120 global locations, our values guide us as we create innovative solutions for the world's water challenges. We bring water to life!

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, a generous 401(k) and ESPP to help you save for retirement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

We have an opportunity for a Payroll Associate to join our Golden Valley, MN team. You will provide support and direction on routine payroll activities in accordance with company policies and established best practices. This position will process voluntary and involuntary deductions, process pay in accordance with state and federal withholding guidelines, maintain payroll records, document and update procedures, process manual adjustments to employee wage and tax records, collect/monitor overpayments and advances, process garnishments, child support, audit payroll reports on a periodic basis, maintain confidentially standards and deliver exceptional service to customers.
You will:
Act as the first line of contact for all employee wage and tax inquiries, and process adjustments with proper authorization, as required Ensure employee earnings, deductions, and taxes are calculated properly, including that they are in accordance with any applicable collective bargaining agreements Collect and audit timekeeping records Prepare and audit payroll reports on a periodic, quarterly, and annual basis while making corrections as needed Assist in the processing, collection, and remittance of special payments including overpayments, advances, and both voluntary and involuntary deductions Acts as main contact for all garnishment matters and processes for both internal and external customers Process and maintain new and existing withholding order documentation Calculate and prepare general ledger entries and prepare and gather payroll data for inclusion in financial statements and proxy Review and process all prorations resulting from new hires, terminations, promotions, demotions, and leave of absences Stay abreast on system upgrades and how they comply with federal and state wage and tax laws Maintain payroll records by filing supporting documentation for all edits and adjustments and participate in and test system updates and installations of patches and upgrades Complete special projects and assignments as directed by manager

Key Qualifications:
Associates Degree or equivalent experience At least 3+ years progressive payroll experience Ability to process and interpret withholding orders/garnishments Familiarity with US and/or Canadian wage and tax laws, multi-state payroll processing experience Exceptional customer service skills via phone and email, ability to be a team-player and adapt to change Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and Power PointAbility to maintain strict confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Workday
FPC or CPP designation

Diversity and Inclusion:
With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.
We take ongoing action to improve the diversity of our workforce by:
Ensuring leadership involvement and ownership Attracting and retaining diverse talent at all levels Fostering a globally aware, inclusive culture Ensuring our practices are fair and non-discriminatory

S.J. Louis Construction is a national corporation headquartered just outside of St. Cloud, MN. We provide the unique ability to service both public and private infrastructure customers throughout the U.S. We have hand-built our reputation since 1983 and are recognized as a national leading general contractor specializing in underground utility, tunneling, earthwork and horizontal directional drilling services.

Why work for S.J. Louis?

S.J. Louis offers an outstanding benefit package with an array of voluntary benefits and an amazing 401k Retirement Plan with a company match. We offer a fantastic work environment which includes a unique office setting, comfortable & spacious work areas, friendly and supportive co-workers, business casual attire, flexibility in your work schedule, fun luncheons and more.

Is this a great job for you?

This position allows you the ability to learn all aspects of payroll to strengthen your payroll knowledge. You will work with an experienced payroll team and have interaction with departments throughout the company.

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparation, verification and processing of assigned payroll companies with obligation to meet weekly payroll schedule
• Monitor electronic inputs of time reporting and reconciles variances in record keeping and reporting
• Responsible for employee master file set up for all employees status, earnings and other changes
• Assist with weekly/monthly withholding taxes prepared and reported online
• Use the company construction software [Vista, formerly Viewpoint] and it's accounting modules to integrate payroll processing

Do you have the qualifications we are seeking?

• Recommend two-year Accounting degree or equivalent experiences.
• Must be highly organized with good time management skills.
• Must have ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Should be proficient in Excel, Word and other related applications.

For consideration, qualified candidates should submit their resume, or apply online at www.sjlouis.com.

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What's the role?

We are seeking an experienced Global Payroll Associate to join our growing HR Operations team!

You'll act as the main point of contact for both employees and external vendors regarding payroll issues, so a strong service-oriented approach and a high sense of urgency are essential. Are you forward thinking and analytical with experience in payroll administration and deep knowledge of payroll regulations? If so, this could be an excellent match.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Senior Manager, Global Payroll. For this role, we are considering candidates based in the US who are either remote, flex, or office-based. Etsy offers different work modes to meet the variety of needs and preferences of our team. Learn more about our flexible work options and vaccination policy

What does the day-to-day look like?

Administer day-to-day global payroll operations for US, Canada, Mexico & Brazil.

Implement and maintain payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.

Process and ensure compliance with our Expat program

Ensures compliance with country, wage, and hour laws and best practices as well as ensuring SOX compliance.

Build strong partnerships to ensure successful collaborations within the People team and other partnering teams providing expertise on payroll matters.

Actively identify process improvement opportunities to better use technology and ensure accuracy, efficiency and data integrity between our HRIS (Workday) and all third party carriers.

Support annual filing requirements and any audits.

Act as lead point of contact for all payroll related inquiries.

Be a key participant in streamlining our payroll systems and processes.

Support implementation of a new global payroll vendor, providing standard methodology, and supporting discovery sessions with key partners.

Of course, this is just a sample of the kinds of work this role will require! You should assume that your role will encompass other tasks, too, and that your job duties and responsibilities may change from time to time at Etsy's discretion, or otherwise applicable with local law.