Payroll Analyst

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Albertville (AL)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 54,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

PTO

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is hiring a Payroll Assistant to provide administrative support for processing payroll tasks and compiling data across US facilities. The role handles confidential information including direct deposit changes, wage garnishments, W-2s, and employee inquiries.

The position requires a high school diploma with preferred associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting, and familiarity with payroll systems like PeopleSoft.

Qualifications

Knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and confidentiality requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency and strong customer service.
Able to multi-task and prioritize duties in a payroll team.
Experience with PeopleSoft is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate payroll files, records and documentation.
Assist with payroll processing, garnishments, child support and tax levies.
Provide clerical support to the Payroll department.
Answer questions from facilities and employees regarding payroll policies.
Process time records for multiple facilities.
Analyze payroll issues and recommend corrective actions.
Transmit tax deposits and assist with payroll tax returns.
Prepare reports for the Payroll Manager.
Adhere to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance procedures.
Support the Payroll Manager as needed.

Skills

Payroll compliance

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Purpose

The Payroll Assistant is responsible for the administrative support of processing multiple payroll tasks and compiling payroll data. This position is also responsible for working with confidential information including but not limited to direct deposit requests/changes, wage garnishments, data entry, W-2 and answering questions from facilities across US.

Req ID

12200BR

Job Purpose

Req ID

12200BR

City

Albertville

State:

Alabama

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail— they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll files, records and documentation;

Assist with payroll processing, garnishment processing, child support and tax levies, payroll checks, and direct deposit data;

Provide clerical support to the Payroll department;

Answer frequently asked questions from facilities and/or employees relative to standard payroll policies, and refer more complex questions to appropriate senior-level payroll staff or Payroll Manager;

Process time records and payroll data for multiple facilities and provide support to field locations;

Analyze payroll issues and recommend corrective actions;

Review data entry from entry from junior level payroll staff;

Maintain accurate employee earnings and tax withholding payment records;

Transmit tax deposits to multiple taxing authorities and assist with the preparation of payroll-related tax returns;

Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports, compiling data and data entry into required systems for Payroll Manager;

Adhere to appropriate procedures to maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

Education / Training

High School Diploma; required;

Associate Degree; preferred;

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting; preferred.

Qualifications And Experience

Strong knowledge of federal and state laws while maintaining confidentiality of payroll files and information;

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office;

Excellent math and analytical skills;

Detail oriented, sense of urgency, good follow-through and strong customer skills;

Ability to multi-task and prioritize and manage workload and work in a teamwork environment;

Experience in PeopleSoft is a plus.

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

Strength – Must be able to lift 40 lbs;

Motion – The position is primarily in an office setting requiring sitting at the desk the majority of the day;

Vision/Hearing Requirements – May spend long periods of time in front of computer screen;

Work Environment- Will spend the majority of time in office environment, although exposed occasionally

to plant facilities requiring exposure to hot and cold environments along with noise exposure;

Emotional Demands – Must have good communications skills;

Safety – Not a safety sensitive position but does requires the use of PPE when in a production environment.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.