Payroll & Timekeeping Specialist- Dearborn

Auto Warehousing Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with company contribution

Paid holidays and vacation accrual

Job summary

Auto Warehousing Company is hiring a Payroll & Timekeeping Specialist for our Dearborn, MI regional office in a hybrid setting (3 days in-office). The role focuses on compiling and auditing payroll data, processing weekly payroll transfers, maintaining records for new hires and changes, and supporting HR Payroll Coordinators to ensure accurate, compliant payroll operations.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in payroll/benefits in a unionized setting, solid Excel and HRIS/timekeeping skills,

Qualifications

• 6+ years of payroll and benefits processing experience within a unionized environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and HRIS and timekeeping systems; UKG experience is a plus.
• FPC certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of full cycle multi-state payroll; including time & attendance, taxes, garnishments and compliance.
• Understanding of US statutory requirements (FLSA/401k) and their application.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment to ensure accurate compliant outcomes.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to extraordinary customer service and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Audit payroll data submitted for processing from locations for US subsidiaries.
• Process weekly transfer of payroll data.
• Compile and maintain payroll records including new hires, status changes, terminations, LOAs, and garnishments.
• Serve as a resource to HR Payroll Coordinators, offering support and guidance for consistency and accuracy.
• Occasionally update production associate records to support field operations.
• Prepare reports by summarizing earnings, taxes, deductions, and leave.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Provide payroll information by answering questions and requests.
• Develop training materials and assist with HRIS/timekeeping training.
• Provide technical support for HRIS and timekeeping systems and assist with resolutions.
• Monitor and reconcile payroll transactions and deductions, including leaves and third-party payments.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to payroll operations and systems.
• Contribute to team effort and company values; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

HRIS/timekeeping systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

FPC certification

Tools

UKG

Job description

AWC is hiring a Payroll & Timekeeping Specialist for our Regional Office location in Dearborn MI with a hybrid work setting, including 3 days a week at our Dearborn office. The successful candidate's actual pay will be based on various factors, such as qualifications, experience, internal equity, and market considerations.

AWC offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental wellbeing. Benefits include -health insurance for associates, spouses and children; basic life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; EAP; auto discounts; fitness reimbursement; a 401K plan with company contribution; and several voluntary benefits. AWC corporate staff have paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation and sick accruals, bereavement leave and jury duty leave.

Purpose

Compile and record employee time and payroll data. Audits payroll data submitted from field HR/Payroll coordinators for accuracy or resolution. May compute and post wages and deductions or prepare pay statements. Facilitates training and produces support material.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit payroll data submitted for processing from locations for US subsidiaries.
• Process weekly transfer of payroll data.
• Compile and maintain payroll records including new hires, status changes, terminations, LOAs, and garnishment information.
• Serve as a resource to HR Payroll Coordinators, offering support and guidance to promote consistency and accuracy in payroll practices.
• Occasionally may support the field by updating production associate records.
• Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability and non-taxable wages.
• Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests
• Facilitate and develop training materials and job aids to assist HR Payroll Coordinators and travel occasionally to support training and team collaboration.
• Provide technical support for the HRIS and timekeeping system and assist with problem resolution.
• Monitor and reconcile payroll transactions and deductions, including leave balances, taxes, and third-party payments.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to payroll operations and systems.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Supports Vision, Mission and values of company
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in payroll and benefits processing within a unionized environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with HRIS and timekeeping systems; experience with UKG (Ultimate Software) is a plus.
• FPC certification a plus
• Strong analytical skills and communication skills, time management, organizational skills and attention to detail a must
• Thorough understanding of the full cycle multi-state payroll process; including time & attendance, tax filings and garnishments and the compliance requirements
• Understanding of US statutory requirements (FLSA/401k, etc.) and their application.
• Ability to work independently within a fast-paced environment to make the decision needed to ensure an accurate compliant outcome
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work to consistently meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines.
• Commitment to extraordinary customer service required, with attention to detail.
• Comfortable supporting others and sharing knowledge through one-on-one or group training.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Flexibility to travel as needed.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AWC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class with respect to employment opportunities.