Payroll Administrator

Leonardo DRS; Alaska; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings account

Telemedicine

Life and disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Flexible 9/80 schedule

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join the DRS Naval Power Systems team. The role handles payroll for three facilities and ~1,500 employees, including biweekly salary/hourly payroll and weekly payroll for hourly union staff, with remote eligibility.

You will consolidate timesheets, submit to ADP, set up direct deposit and tax withholdings, and maintain payroll records. Strong ADP, Microsoft Office, and payroll procedures knowledge is required; U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll experience with HS diploma; associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in a union and manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organization and mathematical skills.
• Experience with ADP is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of payroll procedures and computerized payroll systems.
• Able to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• U.S. Citizenship required; security clearance possible.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly salary/hourly payroll and weekly payroll for hourly union employees.
• Consolidate timesheets and submit to ADP.
• Set up direct deposit and tax withholding information.
• Maintain payroll records and respond to employee inquiries.
• Prepare reports such as 941 and 401k match verifications.
• Balance year-end W-2 data and payroll figures.
• Reconcile payroll with general ledger and support audits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

ADP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: CT, US Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420 Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051 Danbury, CT, US, 06810-8147 Job ID: 115628 The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary: We are now hiring a Payroll Administrator to join the DRS Naval Power Systems team. As a member of the payroll team, you will be responsible for processing payroll including balancing and reconciling all payroll figures for three facilities and approximately 1,500 employees. This position is remote eligible and reports to our Danbury, CT site.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for processing the biweekly salary/hourly payroll, as well as the weekly payroll for hourly union employees
• Consolidate timesheets and prepare submission to ADP
• Setup direct deposit and tax withholding information
• Familiarize yourself and keep current with the taxation of salaries, benefits and other factors
• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications
• Document and maintain all payroll records
• Support all audit requests and requirements
• Reconcile general ledger with regard to payroll transactions
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns
• Responsible for processing payroll including balancing and reconciling all payroll figures
• Verifies payroll, including entering any exceptions such as overtime, LOA, sick time, vacation time, etc.
• Prepare reports as required, i.e. 941 Reporting by quarter, 401k match verifications
• Prepare verifications of employment for employee credit applications, mortgages, etc
• Balance all year end W-2 data, including gross wages, taxes, moving expenses, etc.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience and HS diploma; associate's degree preferred
• Experience in a union and manufacturing environment
• Excellent organization and mathematical skills
• Experience with ADP a must
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of payroll business procedures and principles
• Working knowledge of computerized payroll systems
• Able to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks
• U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.