HRIS​/Payroll Specialist

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HRIS/Payroll Specialist
** Job Summary
** The HRIS/Payroll Specialist will work directly with ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential payroll team to ensure timely and accurate processing of payrolls for multiple countries as assigned.  The incumbent will be responsible for all tasks necessary to accomplish the organization's payroll processing objectives, including relationships with other HR staff, payroll vendors, internal and external auditors and state and federal agencies. Assist with administering any of the company's employee benefits programs, related to payroll.  

Provides interactive support with payroll to ensure proper payment, funding and taxation of employee benefit programs.  The HRIS/Payroll Specialist administers day-to-day payroll and HRIS functions, guarantees data accuracy in payroll records, integrates system updates, and supports HR and employee requests.

This HRIS/Payroll Specialist JD blends payroll processing proficiency with HR system management and employee service orientation, aligning with best practices for this hybrid HR-IT role.
** Primary Duties and Responsibilities
**** HRIS/Payroll Specialist:
*** Knowledge of integration processes within HRIS to Payroll systems.
* Ability to assist with and have critical role with integration projects to and out of payroll system/platform.
* Collaborate with project teams to plan, test , and implement system upgrades, integrations, and new HR technology solutions.
* Enter, maintain, and process employee information within payroll and HRIS systems, including compensation, time worked, paid leave, and deductions.
* Ensure proper calculation, withholding, and remittance of federal, state, and local payroll taxes.
* Process payroll for employees (bi-weekly/semi-monthly), including regular and off-cycle payments.
* Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
* Ensure proper onboarding for new employees in HRIS and payroll systems.
* Prepare, review, and distribute payroll reports, and support annual audits.
* Administer benefits, including enrollment, billing, and coordination with vendors; process leaves and update benefit records.
* Respond to employee payroll- and benefits-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
* Maintain confidentiality, data accuracy, and compliance with regulations.
* Support HR operations, including new hire orientation and employee engagement activities.
* Primary objective is to assist in processing payroll for multiple countries as assigned in a timely and accurate manner while providing excellent customer service to all levels of employees.
* Manage international payroll data through various sources, including Excel, Success Factors (GPS), third party payroll vendors.
* Ensure all payroll data is in compliance with applicable regional and country specific payroll regulations and corporate policies.
* Audit changes (new hires/joiners, pay changes, terminations/leavers) that come from Success Factors (GPS) HRIS each pay period to ensure payroll accuracy.
* Maintain supplemental payroll inputs such as wage garnishments, loans, or levies.
* Support reporting, tax filing, and vendor requests pertaining to each payroll run.
* Running reports as requested by the business, ensuring payroll results and general ledger reports are transmitted to Finance.
* Review system generated reports, determine if accurate processing was accomplished, and correct any errors.
* Perform payroll control reconciliations.
* In collaboration with external providers, stay current on payroll practices and regulations for assigned countries.
* Develop relationships with providers, HR leaders, and Country HR Managers to ensure the smooth flow of payroll related information.
* Responsible for answering employee questions and troubleshooting issues in a timely manner.
* May be required to perform additional tasks as directed by supervisors or management.
** Education and Experience Profile
*** A bachelor’s degree in Payroll, Accounting, HR, or Finance, and;
* 2+ years’ experience in payroll and/or HRIS support, including…