Payroll Compliance & Efficiency Specialist

Thrivent; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A financial services organization is seeking a Payroll Compliance & Efficiency Specialist to ensure payroll compliance with laws and regulations. The role involves reviewing payroll setups, documentation, and training others on compliance topics. Candidates should have CPP certification, multi-state payroll experience, and knowledge of Workday. A competitive hourly wage is offered, along with extensive benefits.

Leistungen

401k plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

20 days Paid Time Off

Volunteer Time Off

Qualifikationen

• CPP or FPC certification, or equivalent knowledge.
• Knowledge of current and pending Federal, state, and local laws affecting payroll practices.
• Multi-state payroll experience.
• Working knowledge of Workday payroll.
• Ability to assess Workday setup and create action plans.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Aufgaben

• Review and validate compliance in Workday payroll setup.
• Monitor compliance changes in payroll laws.
• Document changes to payroll setup.
• Develop content and provide training on payroll compliance topics.
• Manage payroll compliance reporting areas.

Kenntnisse

CPP or FPC certification

Knowledge of payroll laws

Multi-state payroll experience

Working knowledge of Workday payroll

Strong analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

The Payroll Compliance & Efficiency Specialist will be responsible for researching, applying to Thrivent’s situation, recommending changes, and then implementing changes to ensure that Thrivent’s current Workday payroll setup compliant with all applicable payroll tax laws, regulations, and company policies for the company’s complex, nationwide workforce. In addition to the primary focus on compliance, this position will also serve as a backup to the payroll processors and the payroll audit function.

* This role can be remote within the United States

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently reviews and validates compliance in Thrivent’s Workday payroll setup, making recommendations and partnering with other areas of Human Resources to make changes as needed

• Monitors compliance changes, and pending compliance changes, in an ever-changing nationwide payroll landscape to identify gaps between Workday payroll system and federal/state/local payroll law. Partners with other areas of Human Resources to Implement changes as needed.

• Documents changes to Thrivent’s Workday payroll setup describing what is changing and why

• Develops content on payroll compliance topics and provides training to Payroll Administrators, benefits, HRIS and other areas as needed

• Manage payroll compliance reporting areas, such as SOC reporting and local tax setup/maintenance

• Ensures accurate and organized recordkeeping of Thrivent’s payroll records

• Partners with the Sr Payroll Analyst to conduct payroll audits, investigate discrepancies or errors, and recommend solutions to ensure compliance with all payroll laws and regulations

• Drives efficiency on payroll processes by partnering with the Sr Payroll Analyst to identify and implement process improvements.

• Partners with management, HRIS, legal, benefits and other stakeholders in implementing necessary changes

• Liaise with compensation team members on minimum wage issues

• Act as backup to payroll audit and processing roles, including cross-training & processing on each of two biweekly payrolls

• Models Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes.

• Supports and/or develops an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Shapes and/or supports a culture that represents the Thrivent purpose, promise and values, ensuring that Thrivent’s trust and reputation remain strong with its clients.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Required:

• CPP or FPC certification, or equivalent knowledge

• Knowledge of current, and pending Federal, state, and local laws/regulations affecting payroll practices, procedures, and compliance activities

• Multi-state payroll experience

• Working knowledge of Workday payroll, including, but not limited to: processing regular and on-demand payroll, and company and employee tax set-up

• Able to assess Workday set-up, prioritize needed changes, and create action plans to implement

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing

Preferred:

• Knowledge of and experience in working with Statutory Employees, in a multi-state environment

• Payroll tax experience

Pay Transparency Thrivent’s long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $34.86 - $47.16 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important. Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits. The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion.

Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

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