What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Analyst position at Panasonic Automotive North America?
Overview
The role is a highly analytical and detail-oriented position, responsible for supporting U.S. payroll operations in a complex, multi-state environment. This role requires accurate and compliant processing of payroll, timekeeping data, and payroll accounting transactions. The position will also assist with audits, reporting, employee inquiries, and payroll systems testing.
Responsibilities
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
Payroll Processing & Compliance
At Panasonic, our technology and engineering expertise delivers innovation across diverse industries. It's all about the consumer experience and making sure that we find ways to enhance that experience, either through audio enhancements or through safety enhancements inside the vehicle.
Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America (PASA) is an industry-leading global supplier to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) for infotainment systems and advanced connected car solutions. Our clients include Ford, GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Tesla, Honda, Toyota.
We Take Opportunity Seriously
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with our without reasonable accommodations.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Automotive Systems of America.
REQ-152126
The role is a highly analytical and detail-oriented position, responsible for supporting U.S. payroll operations in a complex, multi-state environment. This role requires accurate and compliant processing of payroll, timekeeping data, and payroll accounting transactions. The position will also assist with audits, reporting, employee inquiries, and payroll systems testing.
Responsibilities
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
Payroll Processing & Compliance
- Process biweekly payroll for U.S. hourly and salaried employees in Workday.
- Ensure accurate time and attendance data import from timekeeping systems; reconcile variances.
- Perform off-cycle payroll runs, adjustments, and manual checks as needed.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, garnishments, and tax regulations.
- Support audit and compliance functions by developing reports and ensuring proper system setup.
- Collaborate with third-party vendors to ensure payrolls are accurately completed per payroll schedules for employees in the U.S.
- Prepare and review payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and intercompany transactions in partnership with the Finance team.
- Assist with reconciling payroll accounts to the general ledger and identifying/resolving discrepancies.
- Track and ensure proper accounting treatment of deductions, taxable wages, and benefit transactions.
- Provide data for month-end close, audits, and payroll tax reporting as needed.
- Assist in system testing and upgrades, including validating payroll patches, enhancements, and new functionality.
- Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintain up-to-date process documentation and contribute to internal knowledge bases.
- Respond to employee and HR inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and time reporting with accuracy and a customer-first approach.
- Partner with the HR Services team to train users and address common payroll questions.
- Escalate complex issues to the Payroll Manager with analysis and recommendations for resolution.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3-5 years of U.S. payroll experience in a mid to large-size corporate environment.
- Strong working knowledge of payroll processing, taxes, and multi-state wage & hour regulations.
- Experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking preferred; other ERP/payroll systems (ADP, Oracle, UKG, SAP) also valuable.
- Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools; strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
- CPP or FPC certification is a plus but not required.
- Detail oriented with a commitment to accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement.
- Great Medical/Dental Benefits
- Company-Matched 401K Retirement Savings
- Annual Bonus Program
- Educational Assistance
- Relaxed Dress Code
- PASATalks Speaker Summits
- Leadership & Mentorship Programs
- High5 Reward Recognition Program
- Onsite Happy Hours
- And many more benefits & perks found within the ‘Our Culture’ section…
At Panasonic, our technology and engineering expertise delivers innovation across diverse industries. It's all about the consumer experience and making sure that we find ways to enhance that experience, either through audio enhancements or through safety enhancements inside the vehicle.
Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America (PASA) is an industry-leading global supplier to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) for infotainment systems and advanced connected car solutions. Our clients include Ford, GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Tesla, Honda, Toyota.
We Take Opportunity Seriously
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with our without reasonable accommodations.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Automotive Systems of America.
REQ-152126