About this opportunity
Leonardo DRS lists this Senior Payroll Administrator opportunity in bridgeton, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
Job Summary
Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Senior Payroll Administrator. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule. The Senior Payroll Administrator will be responsible for processing payroll, including balancing and reconciling payroll figures, preparing bi-weekly journal entries, and reconciling payroll accounts.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for processing full cycle payroll including balancing and reconciling all payroll figures
Process New Hires, Intercompany transfers, and Terminations
Enter employee banking and tax changes in ADP
Review and post timesheets on a weekly basis
Prepare journal entries to record Bi-weekly payroll
Verify payroll, includes validating any exceptions such as overtime, personal time, sick time, vacation time, etc.
Balance payroll data to the ADP Payroll Preview before submitting payroll to ADP for payment
Perform three-way reconciliation between Timesheets, Costpoint ERP System, and ADP with each payroll
Enter and process garnishments interrogatories (Tax Levy, IWO, State and creditor garnishments)
Balance all year end W-2 data, including gross wages, taxes, life insurance, moving expenses, car allowances, etc.
Answer payroll inquiries from a variety of sources including employees, management, banks, governmental agencies etc.
Prepare various reports as required
Prepare additional journal entries as needed, such as to record void checks, errors, etc.
Perform account reconciliations for various payroll liability and cash general ledger accounts on a monthly basis, investigate and resolve discrepancies
Learn Union Payroll to serve as back up for vacations and out of office time
Review employees City Earnings tax quarterly
Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a multi-task environment
Work involves sensitive and confidential information; discretion is essential
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Audit various system controls to ensure accuracy
Qualifications High school diploma
5+ years of payroll experience
Mastery of payroll business procedures and principles
Working knowledge of accounting principles
Working knowledge of Tax Levy, State and creditor garnishments, and IWOs'
Working knowledge of computerized payroll systems - ADP, Cognos, CP, SFT a plus
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws that pertain to the payment of wages
The salary range for this position is $60,045.00/year- $78,058.00/year for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY
Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
Worksite address
bridgeton, MO, 63044, US
Who can apply
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