Pay Operations Specialist 1

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Savannah is seeking an entry-level Pay Operations Specialist to support payroll tasks and data accuracy. The role focuses on timekeeping, data integrity, and efficient service to employees within a fast-paced payroll environment.

You will assist with routine payroll tasks, respond to employee questions, and help maintain SOPs while ensuring confidentiality and compliance. This position is based in Savannah, GA, and requires strong Excel skills and a customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Entry-level position.
• Related payroll, systems analyst, or HR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate employee timecards, hours worked, and attendance records.
• Assist with data entry, adjustment, and pay calculations.
• Respond to routine employee pay questions and escalate complex matters.
• Prepare payroll adjustments for processing, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform basic audits, including missing punches, overtime review, and exception reporting.
• Work with managers and employees to correct and approve timecards ahead of payroll deadline.
• Support off-cycle payroll processing as directed.
• Maintain payroll files and documentation per standards.
• Support quarterly and year-end requests.
• Participate in preparing and maintaining SOPs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Customer service

Communication

Excel proficiency

HRIS systems

Time management

Payroll knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

UKG

HRIS

Timekeeping system

Job description

Pay Operations Specialist 1 in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Looking for: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to research payroll discrepancies, reconcile data across multiple systems, and identify root causes of pay issues. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information. Strong customer-service and communication skills with the ability to explain payroll-related information clearly and professionally. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to quickly learn payroll, HRIS, workforce-management, and case-management systems. Ability to prioritize competing demands and meet critical deadlines in a high-volume, time-sensitive payroll environment. Demonstrates ownership, sound judgment, risk awareness, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field required or Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Entry level position. Related payroll, systems analyst, or HR experience preferred..

Position Purpose:

The Associate Specialist Pay Operations provides foundational support to the payroll function by assisting with routine payroll tasks, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting team workflow. This role focuses on timekeeping, payroll preparation and exceptional internal customer service.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Review and validate employee timecards, hours worked, and attendance records .
2. Assist with data entry, adjustment, and pay calculations .
3. Respond to routine employee pay questions and elevate complex matters as needed .
4. Prepare payroll adjustments for processing, ensuring accuracy and completeness .
5. Perform basic audits, including missing punches, overtime review, and exception reporting.
6. Work with Managers and employees to correct and approve timecards ahead of payroll deadline.
7. Supporting off-cycle payroll processing as directed .
8. Maintain payroll files and documentation in accordance with People Team and compliance standards .
9. Support quarterly and year-end requests .
10. Participate in preparing and maintaining SOPs .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. High attention to detail and accuracy.
2. Strong customer service and communication skills when interacting with employees and managers.
3. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
4. Ability to learn payroll and timekeeping systems quickly (experience with UKG a plus).
5. Strong organization skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
6. Knowledge of standard office equipment and business applications.
7. Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237083

Category: Human Resources

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/13/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

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