Payroll Team Lead
Date: Jul 10, 2024
Location: Milwaukee, WI, US, ********
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position
Komatsu is seeking a
Payroll Team Lead
to enhance our HR Operations team. HR Operations provides support to Komatsu's North America-based businesses in the areas of payroll, onboarding, offboarding, leave management, reporting, and HR analytics. This vital role will report directly to the payroll manager but will provide indirect leadership and support of payroll administration within HR Operations, with future career advancement opportunities available.
Key Job Responsibilities
Oversee and provide backup coverage for the payroll processing for a weekly, biweekly, and monthly union and non-union payrolls to ensure the accuracy of the withholdings and deductions associated with taxes, benefits, garnishments, support orders, and items defined in the union collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)
Analyzes payrolls for reasonableness before payment; challenge unexpected results to ensure accuracy
Ensure the team meets expectations in terms of consistency, accuracy, and timely completion of daily tasks
Lead the payroll team in responding to inquiries related to payroll and provides guidance on the prevailing laws governing payroll and income taxes, employee benefits, garnishments, reimbursement policies and other statutory pay and related entitlements
Monitor payment of payroll taxes on behalf of the company
Monitor garnishment payments on behalf of our employees
Confirm data changes via automated process for employee changes such as new hires, terminations, and pay changes
Support the preparation of annual W2 tax filings, Respond to any other tax related inquiries from federal, state, and local authorities
Collaborate well with colleagues and foster strong teamwork
Qualifications/Requirements
High school diploma (or equivalent) required; Associates level degree preferred
3-5 years of experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or Finance (preferred)
Ability to think critically, find solutions, and overcome challenges
Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute with minimal oversight
Must possess clear, professional, and effective verbal and written communication skills
Must possess strong customer service
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
Intermediate Excel skills required with 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
Additional Information
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, and vision) for self, spouse, and/or dependent child(ren); eligibility starting on date of hire.
Generous 401k plan with company matching and 5% automatic company contribution; immediately vested.
Company Bonus program
Paid time off, including company holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
Personal finance, mental health, and wellness programs
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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