Corporate - Payroll Specialist

Requisition ID : 852630

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Position : Full-Time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality.

Committed to vision, we enable people to "see more and be more" thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods.

Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments.

Our Shared Services Team enables others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

GENERAL FUNCTION

As part of the EssilorLuxottica North America Payroll Team, the Payroll Specialist processes payroll in a high volume Multi EIN and Multi-State environment for North America.

The processing of payroll includes auditing, issue resolution and reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely payrolls.

This position serves as front-line support for incoming inquiries related to associates' pay and provides exceptional customer service and problem resolution while maintaining strict confidentiality of information.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for processing, balancing, and transmitting payrolls to and from ADP payroll to ensure completeness of the payroll process for weekly, bi-weekly and monthly disbursement of multi-state and multi-country (US & Canada) payroll for 40,000+ employees consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Processing that includes, but is not limited to, new hires, STD, wage assignments, relocation, expatriate compensation, additional pays, bonus and commissions, direct deposit and paycards, and terminations final pay.
• Ensure automated timekeeping hours file is processed and balanced.
• Calculates and creates out of sequence pay entries for corrections.
• Ensure processing of tax and GL processes for accurate reporting to ADP and Accounting and troubleshoots errors for resolution.
• Frequently interacts with various departments.
• Assist with various payroll, tax, and benefit reconciliations and audits.
• Creates, tracks and works to resolve service requests with 3rd party payroll provider.
• Support direct training needs for incoming payroll staff.
• Identifies critical pay incoming tickets to determine need for On Demand paycards / checks and processes emergency pays.
• Addresses incoming inquiries from tickets system, internal employees, stakeholders, or regulatory agencies and escalates internally.
• Stays informed of all payroll and HR policies and procedures.
• Adheres to applicable state, local and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Follow prescribed procedures and workflow.
• Run employee pay detail reports as needed for HR, Legal, Compliance requests.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees and coworkers.
• General clerical duties for review of incoming mail related to payroll.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in Human Resources or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 3+ years Payroll experience required.
• Experience with ADP's GlobalView, ADP reporting or equivalent.
• Previous experience with reporting, data analysis or payroll reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of payroll effects to payroll tax and accounting.
• Ability to create and modify reports using Globalview reports.
• Multi-state payroll processing experience in a fast paced / large volume environment.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel and Word at an advanced level.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, takes initiative, analytical, with strong attention to detail.
• Trustworthiness with confidential information.
• Positive attitude and a team player.
• Willingness to accept and drive change.
• Must be confident with engaging in a variety of different communicative modes and understanding others through strong active listening skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• American Payroll Association (APA) CPP or FPC certification.
• Canadian payroll experience.
• Wage garnishment processing.

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements.

In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and / or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package.

Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off / vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 or email [email protected].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.

Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

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