Payroll Lead - (87137) - Sanmina

For over 60 years, SCI’s Defense & Aerospace Division has been a leading provider of defense and aerospace electronics design and manufacturing services. From tactical communications systems to airborne communications and information processing, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep our first responders and war-fighters connected and protected in the field. 
We are currently recruiting highly qualified candidates, whose background and career goals meet our needs, for the following position in our Huntsville, AL facility. Please note that due to our Department of Defense contract requirements, U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED. 

Position Title: Payroll Lead

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Schedule and process bi-weekly/off cycle payrolls for multiple US legal entities.
• Perform preliminary validation prior to submitting
•  Utilize ADP to process payroll and work with ADP to resolve any issues.
• Manage ADP Smart Compliance; upload garnishments, levies, child support, tax documents, etc.
•  Ensure tax compliance for federal, state, local taxes, including setting up new payroll tax accounts with appropriate governmental departments.
•  Prepare and process amendments as needed.
•  Assist Employees with MyADP password resets.
•  Assist with plant uploads (employee hours) via spreadsheets to Vantage.
•  Retrieve & Import employee data files from Oracle and trouble shoot errors and resolve.
•  Processing stock transaction data for W2 purposes.
•  Respond to complex questions from employees and management regarding payroll matters.
•  Provide guidance to other payroll personnel and assist with training.
•  Work closely with Human Resources and Timekeepers to ensure accurate employee data.
• Work closely with GL Accountants to determine and resolve reconciling items.
• Process adjustments when required such as over and short pays and changes with pay deductions.
• Research and issue W2c's when required.
•  Create, run and reconcile ADP reports on a bi-weekly basis for various departments, prepare other ad-hoc reports as requested
• Responsible for year-end processes which includes, but not limited to: Prepare spreadsheets for payroll uploads such as gift cards, adjustments, medical contributions. Schedule and process accrual resets, review   W2s for accuracy.
•  Research all state and federal laws to ensure compliance and implement any required changes as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all employee and company data.
•  Assist with review of Payroll procedures and work instructions.
•  Apply all policies and procedures consistently during payroll processing.
• Assist with system validations and/or testing when system modifications/upgrades occur.
•  Notify Payroll Manager when issues need to be escalated that remains unresolved.
•  Other duties as assigned.

Backup to the Payroll Manager during times of absence

Secondary Duties/Responsibilities as Backup:

•  Balancing of all payrolls to ensure accuracy prior to submitting.
•  Setups for New Plant/Dept/Location combinations, assigning Locations to Timekeeper Access, Holiday setups in Vantage Time based on company guidelines.
•  Assist with plant uploads (employee hours) Vantage Time.
•  Research and work closely with ADP to resolve system issues.
• Prepare and provide reports for internal and external audits. Provide documentation upon request.
•  Scheduling and running AIS reports for Oracle Team.
•  Approve and release W2’s once reviewed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal controls, payroll taxes and employee benefits.
•  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Utilizing strong organizational skills in order to prioritize multiple tasks to meet all deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as job will require communications with all levels of the employee base.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Advanced level skills with Excel and other Microsoft Suite related software.
• Proficient with payroll software.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field a plus, but not required.
•  5+ years of US multi-state payroll experience.
•  Experience with ADP required, ADP Vantage experience a plus.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen