Payroll Coordinator

Overview

Job opening for a Payroll Coordinator supporting timekeeping and pre‑payroll processing for bi‑weekly and semi‑monthly payroll at Panasonic Energy’s Gigafactory in Kansas.

Report to the Sr HR Systems Manager. Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, accurate payroll, and timely processing for exempt and non‑exempt employees across multiple states in a rapidly growing organization.

• Ensure timecards are complete, accurate and ready for payroll processing for bi‑weekly and semi‑monthly payrolls.
• Manage workflow to ensure all pre‑payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Run daily, weekly and per‑pay‑period timekeeping reports to support HR partners and production leadership.
• Audit and reconcile the time keeping system to ensure compliance with company policy and procedure.
• Ensure compliance with payroll audits.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate pre‑process reports to ensure accurate processing of data changes.
• Manage and respond to employee payroll‑related tickets through the internal ticketing system.
• Support the off‑cycle payroll process for supplemental bonuses, incentives, relocation, and long‑term incentives.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee payroll information, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
• Continuously innovate timekeeping and payroll solutions and process improvements.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree with emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 3 years experience processing payroll or working with a timekeeping system for 1,000+ employees.
• Working‑level knowledge of the English language (reading, writing, speaking).
• Manufacturing or related experience preferred.
• Experience with Workday preferred.
• Demonstrated comfort in multi‑national environments.
• Strong prioritization, flexibility, and ability to multi‑task.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) with advanced data analysis and reporting.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Customer service and resolution skills.

Typical workday includes 70% sitting, 15% walking, 10% standing, 5% lifting (up to 35 lbs occasionally). No heavy lifting.

• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA, FSA.
• Voluntary benefits: life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, pet insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid time off: vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational assistance: tuition reimbursement after six months of service.
• Work‑life programs:
  Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition support, neurodiversity resources, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support.
• Employee recognition program and annual bonus program.
• On‑site food options: cafes, snack and beverage kitchens.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre‑employment drug testing is required. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.