Payroll Representative - HR Payroll & Time Management - Akron Headquarters

Payroll Representative - HR Payroll & Time Management - Akron First Energy Headquarters Job Description

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger. First Energy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

This is an open position with the First Energy Service Company, a subsidiary of First Energy Corporation. This position is ON SITE, and can be in Akron, OH, Reading, PA, Greensburg, PA or Holmdel NJ. Other locations within the FE service territory (W VA, and MD) will also be considered.

First Energy takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. In addition, your actual base salary will depend on various factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience.

The estimated pay range for this role is $85,850/k - $121,200/k. The pay range for certain locations, including the state of New Jersey, includes a 20% differential to account for an increased cost of living, making the pay range $103,020/k - $145,440.

The Payroll team is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of the company’s payroll processes in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations, as well as providing oversight and development of payroll related company processes and policies. The team is also responsible for ensuring the payroll system configuration reflects the needs of the client community and generate accurate and compliant records for employees.

They provide advice and support to HR personnel, as well as assist internal and external customers.

• Demonstrate a high level of knowledge of the Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) payroll, ADP, and other payroll software systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system updates, with an ability to complete system troubleshooting and testing, including resolving errors between Oracle HCM and integrated systems.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis for payroll-related tax notices and inquiries.
• Analyze payroll and tax data to prepare and file amended tax returns and internal tax auditor requests.
• Reconciling payroll tax filings and providing support for a variety of state & local tax returns.
• Review and update tax rates and deposit frequency changes as part of compliance initiatives.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies during payroll data extracts.
• Collaborate with Finance to provide corrections to journal entries, perform account analysis, and complete account reconciliations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers, including direct interaction with tax agencies.
• Expert with year-end payroll processes, including preparation of W2s and 1099s.
• Provide oversight and guidance through the multi-state end-to-end payroll processes involving collective agreements and multiple pension plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline preferred with minimum 4 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience is required. Relevant work experience includes experience in payroll tax and accounting with analytical experience.
• Payroll Oracle experience or similar cloud-based payroll system.
• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to analyze numerical and financial data.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding in Oracle with the ability to generate reports and analyze large quantities of data.
• Capable of managing tight deadlines and unexpected time constraints to meet client payroll needs.
• Possesses analytical and quantitative skills to be able to investigate issues, provide impact analysis and analyze…