Payroll Specialist

Austal•Mobile, AL

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist processes weekly payroll for hourly and nonexempt employees, ensuring payroll is accurate and timely. The role manages labor cost code corrections, employee schedules, paid time off requests, timekeeping approvals, and payroll-related records, including child support and garnishments. The specialist coordinates with operational and administrative personnel, assists with audit data requests, and follows company policies and procedures. The position reports to the Sr. Payroll Manager and does not supervise employees.

Requirements

1–5 years of payroll experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Customer-service-driven approach.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
At least 18 years old at the time of application.
Able to provide proof of U.S. Person status (permanent resident or citizen).
No felony convictions of theft, deception, or violent crimes within seven years from the disposition date.
No felony convictions of drug crimes within three years from the disposition date.
Willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Consistently and timely process weekly payroll for hourly and nonexempt employees.
Accurately process and track labor cost code corrections.
Review employee paid time off requests for compliance with company policy.
Ensure employees are systematically assigned to the correct schedules.
Create employee schedules in the timekeeping system as approved by the Sr. Vice-President of Operations.
Ensure 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 on employee schedules, paid time off requests, timekeeping, and payroll-related matters.
Assist with audit data requests as needed.
Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.