Sr. Payroll Specialist

Location: Charleston, South Carolina, US

Reporting to: HR Director, US

SHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto-injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their drugs. Headquartered in Switzerland since late 2018, with sites in Sweden, Taiwan, and the United States.

Job Overview

The Payroll Specialist will oversee and manage the organization’s payroll functions for multiple locations in the US, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Main Responsibilities

• Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing system(s) to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefit deductions, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Implement internal controls and efficient processes to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing and to ensure compliance and regulations are met.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors and finance.
• Ensure paid time off accruals are managed correctly based on company policies.
• Implement processes within the payroll system efficiently and utilize the system to its electronic capabilities.
• Remove manual processes to work smarter and not harder.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of payroll administration or related experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent time management skills.
• Strong ability to work independently, but also capable to work in a team setting.
• Fosters a collaborative culture with all colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel including formulas and pivot tables.
• Proficient with UKG strongly preferred
• Experience with HRIS systems such as PeopleSoft and Employee Navigator
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding COBRA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and Workers’ Compensation.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings, including, but not limited to, a drug test, employment verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check.

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents via the Easy Apply button or directly to RecruitUS@shl-group.com.

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: linkedin.com/company/shlmedical/life

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Please note: For this position, we do not consider applications from recruitment agencies.