Lead Payroll Specialist

Formfactor Inc; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 30,169 - 39,633; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off

Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses

Job summary

Formfactor Inc is looking for a Lead Payroll Specialist in Beaverton, OR to manage the accurate processing of multi-state payrolls and ensure compliance with regulations.

The candidate will collaborate with HR and Finance teams, process payroll, and handle employee inquiries. A background of at least 2 years in payroll management is necessary, with expertise in ADP Workforce Now being preferred.

Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k), and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Strong analytical skills to audit and reconcile payroll.
• Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now for payroll tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for all U.S. employees using ADP and UKG Pro.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to validate payroll data.
• Maintain payroll procedures and documentation for compliance.

Skills

ADP Workforce Now

Analytical Problem Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Data Confidentiality

Data Privacy

Detail-Oriented

Microsoft Excel

Payroll Processing

Payroll Reconciliation

Payroll Review

Education

Minimum of 2 - 4 years of related experience

Job description

## Lead Payroll SpecialistApplylocations: Beaverton, ORtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100701**Forming Our Future together**FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.**Shift:**The regular hours for this position are day shift.**Job Description:**The **Lead Payroll Specialist** is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of multi-state U.S. payroll and related payroll activities under general supervision. This position supports payroll compliance, reporting, equity compensation transactions, expatriate payroll administration, and employee payroll inquiries while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, company policies, and internal controls.**Key Responsibilities:*** Execute accurate biweekly payroll for all U.S. employees using ADP and UKG Pro, ensuring timely pay distribution and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.* Process and maintain payroll transactions including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, deductions, garnishments, and leave-related payroll impacts.* Assist in detailed pre- and post-payroll audits and reconcile payroll registers, timesheets, benefit deductions, tax withholdings and correct discrepancies.* Collaborate with Human Resources, Benefits, Stock Administration, Finance, and Timekeeping teams to validate payroll data and ensure accurate employee records.* Administer payroll-related activities for expatriate employees, including coordination of tax equalization, hypothetical tax deductions, shadow payroll requirements, and vendor-provided payroll adjustments.* Assist in process and validate equity compensation transactions, including Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) events, ensuring proper taxation, withholding, reporting, and payroll integration.* Support payroll tax compliance activities and assist with payroll audits, year-end processing, and regulatory reporting requirements.* Serve as a primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, resolving pay discrepancies, tax withholding questions, garnishments, and deductions in a timely and professional manner.* Maintain payroll procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), audit documentation, and process controls to ensure consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement.* Assist in payroll reports and provide payroll-related data and analysis to Finance, HR, and external auditors as requested.* Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, implementations, and special projects.**Skills:**ADP Workforce Now, Analytical Problem Solving, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Confidentiality, Data Privacy, Detail-Oriented, Microsoft Excel, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reconciliation, Payroll Review**Education & Experience:**Minimum of 2 - 4 years of related experience | Required**Pay Range:**$21.90 - $28.77**Pay Range Explained:**This role in Beaverton, Oregon pays between $21.90 and $28.77 per hour, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.