Principal Specialist, Payroll

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of U.S. expatriate payrolls.
• Process U.S. expatriate payroll accurately and timely, including tax‑withholding setup and changes, bonus‑related tax entries, retroactive pay adjustments, verification‑of‑employment requests, and payroll‑preview review.
• Enter and maintain additional payroll items as needed.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with a high level of service.
• Support payroll‑related projects and initiatives as required.

• A Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in U.S. payroll processing.
• In‑depth understanding of expatriate payroll administration.
• At least 2 years of experience with ADP Global view or ADP Ev5.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in Excel.