Sr. Payroll Analyst

Portfolio Business : Corporate

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to play a critical role in managing and optimizing our payroll operations. This position requires a meticulous professional with a strong understanding of multi-state payroll, tax compliance, systems and reporting. The ideal candidate will primarily oversee our hourly payroll processes, provide essential support for salaried payroll, contribute to continuous process improvements. This position reports to the J.M. Huber Corporate Payroll Manager.

Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature, overseeing Huber's US payroll processes and procedures. Utilizes subject matter expertise in payroll and related systems and vendors to identify and recommend ideas for continuous improvement in payroll operations, as well as ensure timely, accurate delivery of payrolls and related services. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to accomplish goals. Coordinates and oversees an outside payroll service provider responsible for managed payroll services, payroll tax and garnishment processing. Reviews the computation of pay and ensures the company payroll policies are in accordance with government regulations. Responds to and resolves any inquiries regarding paychecks. Analyzes, makes recommendations, tests and deploys business processes, reports, programs, etc. related to the payroll system and subsystems. Specialist in complex payroll related technical and business matters and able to troubleshoot issues.

Inter-Company and Third-Party Interaction : Establish strong working relationships with HR and payroll business partners in Corporate and all portfolio businesses. Establish strong working relationships with third party vendors.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Third-Party Vendor Management & Quality Assurance :

• Oversee and conduct quality reviews of our third-party payroll processing vendor, ensuring accurate maintenance of employee payroll files and smooth operations.
• Coordinate and oversee integrations related to payroll systems.
• Manage and quality review the vendor's preparation of multi-state and federal payroll tax information and filings, including the supervision, quality review, and distribution of W-2 forms and multi-state tax forms.
• Prepare and file for new state registrations and unemployment accounts as needed.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the third-party vendor, opening and managing cases to resolve escalated customer service issues and complex problems.

Payroll Processing & Reconciliation :

Compliance & Policy Expertise :

System Management & Reporting :

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement :

Specialized / Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

Required :

Preferred :

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required