General Dynamics
Requisition Payroll Specialist II
General Dynamics, Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33701
Company Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our ethos of honesty, trust, transparency, and alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Job Summary
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist 2 to join our team! This role will process bi-weekly, and weekly payroll for employees. Review and verify employee timecards, earnings, deductions, and adjustments for accuracy and completeness. Resolve payroll-related discrepancies, assisting employees with questions about pay, tax withholdings, or benefits deductions. Maintain and update payroll records to ensure data integrity and adherence to compliance standards. Reconcile payroll accounts, perform audits, and collaborate with Finance to ensure proper reporting. Research and interpret payroll policies, laws, and regulations to ensure continuous compliance. Assist in preparing payroll reports and supporting audits. Provide guidance and training to junior payroll team members as needed. Impact of the Role
General Profile
Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment Essential Functions
Working independently under minimal guidance for most assigned work, this position is responsible for performing a variety of complex and specialized administrative processing relating to Payroll. The position provides payroll guidance that could have an impact on cost, efficiency, compliance, service, and quality. This position has in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge of payroll processing requirements and may backup the functional leader as needed. Duties may include the processing of various payrolls such as salaried, hourly, union, and expatriate and/or foreign national payrolls. May also process payroll related transactions associated with stock options or benefits related data requirements. Applies a seasoned knowledge of program, plan, country, contract and regulatory guidelines. Processes legal transactions related to payroll deductions such as court ordered payments or garnishments. This position is responsible for independently calculating payroll funding amounts, preparing the funding of transfers, tax deposits or for the preparation of related payroll reports. Following policies and procedures, this position may be responsible for the reconciliation of general ledger transactions and suspense accounts. Additional Responsibilities
Assist and/or lead efforts in streamlining processes related to payroll. Utilize payroll data to assist the HR and Finance teams across the business. Transfer payroll process successes to other areas of HR Required Qualifications
Required education and experience:
Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications
Preferred education and experience:
Bachelor's Degree Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Oral and Written Communication Skills. Detail Oriented. Ability to Meet Deadlines. Data Entry-Keyboarding. Direct Deposit Administration. E-filing Employment Tax. Garnishments and Levies. Inquiry Research/Response. Paid time off tracking. Pay and Bonus Calculations. Payroll Administration. Payroll Reconciliation. Payroll Tax Compliance. Payroll Tax Deposits. Payroll Tax Reporting. Timekeeping/Time Sheets. Timesheet Auditing. Unemployment Claims. W-2 Administration. X form Tax Adjustments. Payroll Software. Travel & Expense Software. Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our ethos of honesty, trust, transparency, and alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Job Summary
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist 2 to join our team! This role will process bi-weekly, and weekly payroll for employees. Review and verify employee timecards, earnings, deductions, and adjustments for accuracy and completeness. Resolve payroll-related discrepancies, assisting employees with questions about pay, tax withholdings, or benefits deductions. Maintain and update payroll records to ensure data integrity and adherence to compliance standards. Reconcile payroll accounts, perform audits, and collaborate with Finance to ensure proper reporting. Research and interpret payroll policies, laws, and regulations to ensure continuous compliance. Assist in preparing payroll reports and supporting audits. Provide guidance and training to junior payroll team members as needed. Impact of the Role
General Profile
Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment Essential Functions
Working independently under minimal guidance for most assigned work, this position is responsible for performing a variety of complex and specialized administrative processing relating to Payroll. The position provides payroll guidance that could have an impact on cost, efficiency, compliance, service, and quality. This position has in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge of payroll processing requirements and may backup the functional leader as needed. Duties may include the processing of various payrolls such as salaried, hourly, union, and expatriate and/or foreign national payrolls. May also process payroll related transactions associated with stock options or benefits related data requirements. Applies a seasoned knowledge of program, plan, country, contract and regulatory guidelines. Processes legal transactions related to payroll deductions such as court ordered payments or garnishments. This position is responsible for independently calculating payroll funding amounts, preparing the funding of transfers, tax deposits or for the preparation of related payroll reports. Following policies and procedures, this position may be responsible for the reconciliation of general ledger transactions and suspense accounts. Additional Responsibilities
Assist and/or lead efforts in streamlining processes related to payroll. Utilize payroll data to assist the HR and Finance teams across the business. Transfer payroll process successes to other areas of HR Required Qualifications
Required education and experience:
Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications
Preferred education and experience:
Bachelor's Degree Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Oral and Written Communication Skills. Detail Oriented. Ability to Meet Deadlines. Data Entry-Keyboarding. Direct Deposit Administration. E-filing Employment Tax. Garnishments and Levies. Inquiry Research/Response. Paid time off tracking. Pay and Bonus Calculations. Payroll Administration. Payroll Reconciliation. Payroll Tax Compliance. Payroll Tax Deposits. Payroll Tax Reporting. Timekeeping/Time Sheets. Timesheet Auditing. Unemployment Claims. W-2 Administration. X form Tax Adjustments. Payroll Software. Travel & Expense Software. Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.