Payroll Analyst Onsite

Whirlpool, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whirlpool employee discount

Fitness & educational reimbursement

Kitchenettes

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join the Global HR team. You will execute biweekly and monthly payroll for Whirlpool U.S. and Canada, maintain confidentiality, and perform audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

You will support SAP and HRIS systems, analyze payroll data for improvements, assist with testing and system upgrades, and balance multiple requests to meet tight deadlines while upholding SOX controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; FPC preferred.
• Strong communications and analytical abilities required.
• Experience with payroll systems (SAP, Dayforce, Workday) preferred.
• 2+ years of enterprise payroll processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end biweekly and monthly payroll processing for Whirlpool U.S. & Canada.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure data accuracy for payroll records.
• Perform pre- and post-payroll audits, SOX compliance checks, data validation, and reconciliations.
• Assist with system testing, upgrades, and HRIS improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or Accounting

FPC Certification

Tools

SAP

Dayforce

Workday

Job description

Requisition ID: 72528About Whirlpool CorporationWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constantpursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchenand laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolvingneeds of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid,JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reportedapproximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additionalinformation about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.This role in summaryWhirlpool is seeking a qualified candidate for a Payroll Analyst role to join our Global Human Resources organization.This role will be onsite at our Global Headquarters in Benton Harbor, MI. In this role, you will support the payroll activities for the Whirlpool U.S. payroll team by providing support for inquiries, applying policies and practices, support time and attendance processes, and other approved transactional requests related to payroll processing.Your responsibilities will includeExecute end-to-end biweekly and monthly payroll processing for Whirlpool U.S.& Canada Payrolls via SAPMaintain strict confidentiality and high data accuracy when managing employee records and payroll informationPerform pre-and post-payroll audits, SOX compliance checks, data validation, and system reconciliations to ensure adherence to company policies and legal regulations.Process payroll adjustments and deductions accurately, collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline data flowsProvide research and support for payroll related inquiries to ensure timely response.Assist with system testing, upgrades, and enhancements for SAP and HRIS platforms.Analyze payroll data trends to proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and compliance enhancementsPrioritize competing requests to meet strict deadlines while supporting ad-hoc activities and special projectsCollect, analyse, and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant regulationsSupporting the ongoing development and maintenance of documentation to ensure complete, accurate, and up-to-date depiction of processesMinimum requirementsBachelor’s Degree2+ years of enterprise-level payroll processing experiencePreferred skills and experiencesBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, AccountingProficiency in Intermediate MS Excel, Google suite (mail, sheets, docs)Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)Excellent communications skills – verbal, active listening, writtenAble to enforce compliance requirementsWell organized with attention to detail and follow up skillsExcellent problem solving and analytical skills needed to troubleshoot problems with urgencyKnowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirementsAttention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and integrityFamiliarity with payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Dayforce, Workday) and their data structures.What we offerGenerous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).Additional informationWhirlpool’s Ways of WorkingOur goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool CorporationSee what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.