Specialist, Payroll

Carnival Corporation•Doral, FL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist uses specialized knowledge to perform activities related to timely and accurately prepare, process, audit and reconcile multi-site, multi-cycled, multi-currency domestic and international $1B payroll for over 40,000 employees. Partners with internal and external customers to resolve wages, deductions and banking inquiries and variances. Works closely with Paymasters, HR and Management to implement and ensure compliance to company's and department's strategies and vision.

Requirements

Associate's Degree
Must be an analytical thinker and have strong math skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel and Access preferred)
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines under minimal supervision / Problem solving / Analytical thinking
Minimum 2 years of related work experience
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good customer service skills Math/accounting aptitude

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree, preferred
A CPP or related certification, preferred
Leadership experience, preferred
Experience with Lawson, Kronos and/or Dayforce application, preferred
Experience working with large data sets, preferred

Responsibilities

Process payroll, adjustments, deductions, and reconciliations, amending any inefficiencies or inaccuracies that crop up during the payroll audit while conducting the payroll process. Performs daily payroll operations including the review of department time records, appropriate tax calculations, appropriate execution of payroll interfaces, payroll closing and cost allocation process, year-end payment bonuses, RSUs, or tax forms and the payment of benefits distributions process.
Work closely with other departments Managers and collaborates with HR and Shipboard Paymasters to implement and enforce compensation initiatives in support of company strategies and in compliance with governing regulations.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of upstream and downstream processes in all payroll related processes while performing continuous analysis in order to recommend solutions that improve, streamline and optimize compensation.
Prepare and declare withholdings and deductions including garnishments. Analyzing payroll variances and validating final reports to ensure accuracy.
Produces checks or electronic transfers and works closely with other departments, banking institutions and or payments processor towards accurate and timely payment remittance. Also reviews and resolve banking /electronic payment inquiries (pay cards, ACH, foreign wires).
Research wage inquiries/disputes and coordinate resolution with other departments as needed.
Support/Facilitate internal and external payroll audits and complies with rules that govern pay calculations, retention policy and pay cost allocation.
Ensure appropriate record keeping in compliance with record keeping policies and governing regulations.
Inspect automated systems output and conduct regular data updates and maintenance by collaborating closely with seniors, HR, HRIS and Payroll management.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed.

Benefits

Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus
Annual cash bonus program