Payroll Specialist

At Crestron Electronics, Inc we build the technology that integrates technology.

We are proud to be the largest and most recognized brand in automation and control solutions, and the premier technology partner for fortune 500 businesses globally. Our products’ are integrated into new high-tech commercial buildings’ to include some of the most exciting real estate throughout the world. Our clients include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, LinkedIn and many others. We are the leaders in the most exciting industry in the world!

Our automation and control solutions for homes and buildings allow our clients to control entire environments with the push of a button, integrating systems such as Audio Visual, Lighting, Shading, Security, Building Management Systems and HVAC to provide greater comfort, convenience and security.

Crestron is seeking a detail-oriented, experienced Payroll Specialist with Dayforce HCM knowledge to administer Payroll functions.

Responsibilities:

• Administer bi-weekly US and Canada payrolls, including detailed reconciliation and auditing for accuracy prior to transmission.
• Process off cycle payrolls including commissions and bonus runs; prepare manual payments as needed.
• Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Ensure accurate pay, recording, and distribution of reports to end users.
• Assist end users in understanding system content and proper use of the Dayforce application.
• Process all child support, garnishment, and third-party pay notices.
• Process all direct deposit changes.
• Process all data changes including but not limited to new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and position changes.
• Conduct root cause analysis for payroll discrepancies and develop documented solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Produce payroll reports, reconciliations, change and audit reports and distribute to appropriate team members including but not limited to Benefits and Accounting teams.
• Coordinate all aspects of US 401(k) and Canadian retirement plans as relates to payroll including deferrals, loans, payroll contributions, and continuous auditing.
• Stay up to date with payroll processing systems, industry best practices, and evolving wage and tax laws at the federal, state and local levels.
• Provide support and train employees and leaders on the use of current payroll system.
• Work with the HRIS (Dayforce) team on projects, as needed.
• Communicate with the HRBP team to ensure the integrity of the payroll data including data related to new hires, terminations, transfers, leaves, and rate changes. Ensure updates are made as needed by the correct party.
• Research and resolve questions from managers and employees as they relate to the processing of payroll information such banking, garnishments, retroactive pay calculations, and other changes.
• Work closely with the Benefits team to ensure accurate benefit deductions and record keeping.
• Work with the Benefits team with the coordination of employees’ leaves, including but not limited to accurate recording of payments made while on leave and manual adjustments to reflect proper year-to-date totals.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries, resolving issues quickly and professionally.
• Prepare and maintain payroll documentation (SOPs), data standards, and procedures.
  
  

Location:

Our preference for this role is someone who can work on-site e.g. Hybrid 3 days/week in our Plano, TX or Rockleigh, NJ office location. *Can be remote for someone out of the tri-state (CT, NJ, NY) area.

Required Skills/ Abilities:

• Expert ability to deliver world-class customer service including responding to and assisting employees with payroll inquiries.
• Ideal candidate must have experience processing multi-state payroll. Canadian payroll a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly and assist employees efficiently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain discretion when dealing with sensitive employee information and financial data.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
  

Education And Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field a plus.
• Ten years or more of related experience required; including five years or more as primary payroll processor.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification a plus.
• HCM Dayforce experience a plus.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Crestron Electronics offers a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401K with company match, Paid Time Off, Holidays, On-site Amenities at NJ Headquarters & TX Facilities, Crestron Market Cafes, and Fitness Centers.

At Crestron Electronics, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion drive innovation. Crestron’s success hinges on continuing to build a workforce of unique individuals whose passion inspires us to create and revolutionize industry-leading products and services. There will always be more to accomplish, and at Crestron, we believe the best way forward is together.

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