Time and Attendance Administrator

Emerson•Marshalltown, IA

13d•$41,000 - $80,000

About The Position

If you are a Time and Attendance Administrator professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting role for you! In this position, you will play a key role in managing and optimizing our timekeeping processes across North America. You will ensure accurate time and attendance tracking, maintain compliance with labor laws, and provide critical support to HR and Payroll teams. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving efficiency and supporting our people-first culture. This position can be located near any Emerson facility. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Kronos Workforce Management systems, including pay rules, schedules, accruals, and shift differentials. Ensure system integrity and compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws. Manage user access and security roles, including onboarding and terminations. Monitor daily timecard submissions for accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly. Validate and submit time data for payroll processing, collaborating with Payroll for accurate wage calculations and adjustments. Generate and analyze timekeeping reports to identify trends and recommend process improvements. Provide training and guidance to employees and supervisors on system usage. Maintain accurate records of transactions and policy changes while ensuring compliance with company standards. Who You Are: You are proactive and adaptable, embracing new technologies and processes with enthusiasm. You balance planning with decisive action and excel at collaborative problem-solving. You communicate clearly and effectively, creating impactful messages for diverse audiences. You continuously seek ways to streamline workflows and eliminate inefficiencies, driving results through innovation and teamwork. For This Role, You Will Need: Associate degree in Business, HR, or related field 2–3 years of experience in timekeeping or payroll administration Hands-on experience with Kronos Workforce Management (UKG Dimensions preferred) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools Ability to manage confidential information with discretion Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: Bachelors Degree preferred Kronos Workforce Management Certification (optional but desirable) Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Oracle HCM is a plus Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $41,000 - $80,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. This position will be open for a minimum of 7 days from the day of posting. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to receive optimal consideration. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. #LI-TF3 #LI-In-Office

Requirements

Associate degree in Business, HR, or related field
2–3 years of experience in timekeeping or payroll administration
Hands-on experience with Kronos Workforce Management (UKG Dimensions preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree preferred
Kronos Workforce Management Certification (optional but desirable)
Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Oracle HCM is a plus

Responsibilities

Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Kronos Workforce Management systems, including pay rules, schedules, accruals, and shift differentials.
Ensure system integrity and compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
Manage user access and security roles, including onboarding and terminations.
Monitor daily timecard submissions for accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Validate and submit time data for payroll processing, collaborating with Payroll for accurate wage calculations and adjustments.
Generate and analyze timekeeping reports to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
Provide training and guidance to employees and supervisors on system usage.
Maintain accurate records of transactions and policy changes while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Benefits

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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