Temporary Payroll Specialist

Tg Missouri Corporation; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyoda Gosei North America in Troy, MI seeks a temporary Payroll Specialist to manage payroll systems and processes across TG North America. You will handle weekly expense reimbursements, multi-site payrolls, bonuses, and W-2 corrections while delivering responsive service to employees via phone, Teams, and email.

The role requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field, 1–4 years of payroll experience, and familiarity with UKG Payroll; knowledge of US payroll regulations and multi-state taxes is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent years of experience is required
• 1 to 4 Years of experience in Payroll for multi-state, multi-site companies are required
• 2 years of UKG Payroll experience is preferred
• Prior knowledge of US Payroll, New Hire, Pay, Leave, Garnishment Regulations, and other payroll law and reporting
• Knowledge of multi-state and local payroll tax and reciprocity roles are required

Responsibilities

• Process weekly expense reimbursements, bi-weekly payrolls, annual bonuses and service awards for multiple sites
• Provide payroll support via phone, Teams, and email for time/attendance, deductions, and taxes
• Understand payroll strategies and deliver service and support at a high level
• Prepare off-cycle checks, voids, and corrections including W-2 adjustments
• Maintain accurate employee data and assist with benefits and leave tracking

Skills

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Payroll systems

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field

Tools

UKG Payroll

Job description

Summary

The Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.

Toyoda Gosei North America (headquartered in Troy, MI) has an opening for a temporary Payroll Specialist in the Human Resources department. The temporary Payroll Specialist is responsible for providing professional level payroll system & process management, administration, and guidance across Toyoda Gosei (TG) North America Corporation (TGNA) and TGNA Manufacturing Companies (AMCs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately process weekly expense reimbursements, bi-weekly payrolls, annual bonuses and service awards for multiple sites; includes time and attendance steps through calculation and post-process reporting.
• Provide prompt, courteous, and secure customer service via phone, Teams, and email for a host of payroll related questions; including time/attendance, deductions, allowances, payroll tax, address changes, system and app usage, and general problem resolution.
• Understand payroll strategies, policies and deliver service and support at a high level.
• Prepare and manage off-cycle checks, voids, and corrections – including prior quarter adjustments and W-2 corrections.
• Maintain accurate employee information, including demographic data, job data, status changes, and other employee data as needed.
• Prepare invoices and applicable supporting documents for payroll and benefit vendors.
• Serve as a backup for benefits administration and healthy living initiatives.
• May be required to actively participate in leave tracking process and system.
• Responsible for any ad hoc reporting regarding payroll related items.
• Actively manage time keeping system including training team members on use and procedure.
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts (kaizen)
• This role requires the completion of other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Certifications and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent years of experience is required

Experience

• 1 to 4 Years of experience in Payroll for multi-state, multi-site companies are required
• 2 years of UKG Payroll experience is preferred
• Prior knowledge of US Payroll, New Hire, Pay, Leave, Garnishment Regulations, and other payroll law and reporting
• Knowledge of multi-state and local payroll tax and reciprocity roles are required

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Required Proficiencies

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suites 2016 or newer is required
• Advanced Excel skills including data forecasting, audit purposes, Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP are required
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation and written communication skills are required
• Ability to sustain a high degree of professionalism in interacting with internal and external customers is required
• Effective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills are required
• Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking skills, problem solving and project scheduling skills is required

Equal Opportunity Employer

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