About this opportunity
Whirlpool Corporation lists this Payroll Analyst Onsite opportunity in benton harbor, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Requisition ID: 72528
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant
pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen
and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving
needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid,
JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported
approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -
41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional
information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .
This role in summary
Whirlpool is seeking a qualified candidate for a Payroll Analyst role to join our Global Human Resources organization.
This role will be onsite at our Global Headquarters in Benton Harbor, MI. In this role, you will support the payroll activities for the Whirlpool U.S. payroll team by providing support for inquiries, applying policies and practices, support time and attendance processes, and other approved transactional requests related to payroll processing.
Your responsibilities will include
Execute end-to-end biweekly and monthly payroll processing for Whirlpool U.S.& Canada Payrolls via SAP
Maintain strict confidentiality and high data accuracy when managing employee records and payroll information
Perform pre-and post-payroll audits, SOX compliance checks, data validation, and system reconciliations to ensure adherence to company policies and legal regulations.
Process payroll adjustments and deductions accurately, collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline data flows
Provide research and support for payroll related inquiries to ensure timely response.
Assist with system testing, upgrades, and enhancements for SAP and HRIS platforms.
Analyze payroll data trends to proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and compliance enhancements
Prioritize competing requests to meet strict deadlines while supporting ad-hoc activities and special projects
Collect, analyse, and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant regulations
Supporting the ongoing development and maintenance of documentation to ensure complete, accurate, and up-to-date depiction of processes
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's Degree
2+ years of enterprise-level payroll processing experience
Preferred skills and experiences
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting
Proficiency in Intermediate MS Excel, Google suite (mail, sheets, docs)
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
Excellent communications skills - verbal, active listening, written
Able to enforce compliance requirements
Well organized with attention to detail and follow up skills
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills needed to troubleshoot problems with urgency
Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements
Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and integrity
Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Dayforce, Workday) and their data structures
.
What we offer
Generous benefits package ( , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Additional information
Whirlpool's Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers ( . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook ( , Twitter ( , LinkedIn ( , Instagram ( and YouTube ( .
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Worksite address
benton harbor, MI, 49022, US
Who can apply
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