Payroll Specialist, Human Resources

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  the only major U.S.

-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.

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Requisition : 70783

Whirlpool is seeking a qualified candidate for a Payroll Specialist, Human Resources (Senior Representative, Payroll) role to join our Global Human Resources organization. This role will be onsite at Amana, IA. In this role you will support payroll activities for the Whirlpool U.S. payroll team by providing face‑to‑face support for local inquiries, applying local policies and practices, supporting time and attendance processes, and delivering local training to supervisors on the system for timesheet maintenance.

• Compiling necessary time and attendance data from Whirlpool’s automated timekeeping system in order to perform bi‑weekly payroll
• Performing data audit checks to ensure completeness and accuracy of required payroll information
• Collaborating with other support functions to ensure adjustments and deductions are submitted for payroll
• Maintaining confidentiality in dealing with employee records and payroll information with a high degree of quality and accuracy
• Supporting local payroll administration, including inquiry and issue support for case management requests
• Knowledge of local HR policies and procedures impacting payroll
• Prioritizing competing requests while ensuring payroll deadlines are met
• Participating in activities as needed (i.e., system testing, KPI’s, reporting, special project support, SOX audits, etc.)
• Being responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of documentation while championing continuous improvement

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience in Payroll, Timekeeping or Data Entry

• Bachelor’s degree or actively working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or Accounting
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Google suite (mail, sheets, docs)
• Experience with automated timekeeping systems (Kronos/UKG)
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
• Strong communications skills – verbal, active listening, written
• Experience working in a union environment
• Able to enforce compliance requirements
• Well organized with attention to detail and follow‑up skills
• Ability to prioritize with varied timelines and be results oriented
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Solid problem‑solving and analytical skills needed to troubleshoot problems with urgency

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• Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more!
• Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy – Early Childhood Center (depending on availability – additional costs required) at Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations.
• Always On Flexibility – You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside‑of‑work commitments as needed.
• Two‑Week Work from Anywhere – Minimum of one‑week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
• Sabbatical – Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.