PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Austal USA•Mobile, AL

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist processes hourly and nonexempt weekly payroll accurately and on time. The role handles labor cost code corrections, reviews paid time off requests for compliance with company policy, and ensures employees are assigned to appropriate schedules in the timekeeping system. New schedules are created as approved by the Sr. Vice-President of Operations. The specialist also ensures time worked is correctly assigned and approved for weekly payroll reporting, and sets up and tracks child support and garnishments in the payroll system. The position coordinates with Supervisors, Foremen, and Managers on schedules, paid time off, timekeeping, and payroll matters; assists with audit data requests; and maintains compliance with company policies and procedures. It reports to the Sr. Payroll Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The work environment may include humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outdoor weather, and extreme heat. Occasional exposure may include fumes or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. Noise is usually very loud, above 90 dB. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

1–5 years of payroll experience.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Customer-service-driven approach.
Excellent attention to detail and organization skills.
Meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines: be at least 18 years old at the time of application; provide proof of U.S. Person status (permanent resident or citizen); have no felony convictions for theft, deception, or violent crimes within seven years from the disposition date, or for drug crimes within three years from the disposition date; agree to a drug screen and background check; and be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary for the position's responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Working knowledge of the Workday system.

Responsibilities

Process hourly and nonexempt weekly payroll consistently and on time.
Accurately process and track labor cost code corrections.
Review employee paid time off requests to ensure compliance with company policy.
Ensure employees are systematically assigned to the correct schedules.
Create new employee schedules in the timekeeping system as approved by the Sr. Vice-President of Operations.
Ensure all time worked is systematically assigned and properly approved for timely weekly payroll reporting.
Set up and track child support and garnishments in the payroll system.
Coordinate with Supervisors, Foremen, and Managers regarding employee schedules, paid time off requests, timekeeping, and payroll matters.
Assist with audit data requests as needed.
Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.