Payroll Analyst Onsite Benton Harbor,Michigan,USA Human Resources (20000019)

Whirlpool, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whirlpool employee discount

Fitness & educational reimbursement

Office kitchenette

Free coffee

Biking/walking trails

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation seeks a Payroll Analyst to join its Global Human Resources team. This onsite role supports Whirlpool U.S. payroll activities, applying policies and processing biweekly and monthly payroll via SAP, with a strong emphasis on data accuracy and compliance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform audits, support HRIS enhancements, and analyze payroll trends to drive process improvements while meeting strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in business, HR, accounting, or related field.
• 2+ years of enterprise-level payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Google Workspace.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end biweekly and monthly payroll processing for Whirlpool U.S. & Canada via SAP.
• Maintain confidentiality and data accuracy for employee payroll records.
• Perform audits, SOX checks, data validation, and system reconciliations.
• Assist with system testing, upgrades, and HRIS enhancements.
• Analyze payroll data trends to identify process improvements and cost savings.
• Support payroll inquiries and ensure timely responses.

Job description

Requisition ID: 72528

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported approximately $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. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

Whirlpool 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 include

• Execute end-to-end biweekly and monthly payroll processing for Whirlpool U.S.& Canada Payrolls via SAP
• Maintain strict confidentiality and high data accuracy when managing employee records and payroll information
• Perform 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 flows
• Provide 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 enhancements
• Prioritize competing requests to meet strict deadlines while supporting ad-hoc activities and special projects
• Collect, analyse, and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant regulations
• Supporting the ongoing development and maintenance of documentation to ensure complete, accurate, and up-to-date depiction of processes

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of enterprise-level payroll processing experience

Preferred skills and experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting
• Proficiency in Intermediate MS Excel, Google suite (mail, sheets, docs)
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
• Excellent communications skills – verbal, active listening, written
• Able to enforce compliance requirements
• Well organized with attention to detail and follow up skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills needed to troubleshoot problems with urgency
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and integrity
• Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Dayforce, Workday) and their data structures

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What we offer

Generous 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 information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our 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 Corporation

See 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.