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Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Howmet CorporationTorrance, CA, United States
20 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Info

Job Identification

114626

Job Category

Finance

Posting Date

10 / 06 / 2025, 11 : 30 PM

Locations

3000 W Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA, 90505, US

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote Work Schedule Availability?

None

Export-Controlled Data

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE : HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report. Follow : LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

The Payroll Specialist will maintain the integrity of payroll and timekeeping to ensure accurate information for reporting of payroll data. Be responsible for the daily update of management reports, financial report, provide supports with the accounting entries for month-end functions, and automate payroll tasks where applicable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Check error log and fix any errors and then send the AR and GL files
  • Responsible for the preparation and processing of payroll; review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; verify that all time sheets are approved by the appropriate level of authority; track and deduct all employee purchases and other special payroll deductions
  • Monitor the processing of new hires, employee status changes, terminations, and other employee processes for appropriate accuracy of payroll
  • Monitor overtime and report fluctuations periodically to management
  • Ensures payroll is executed accurately and timely by partnering with human resources and management
  • Investigates any payroll discrepancies
  • Processes any manual or off cycle payments, employee reimbursements, pay card payments, termination pay as needed
  • Consult with appropriate party on discrepancies, problems, and issues involved in the payroll process
  • Forecasts payroll payments to Finance Manager and other members of management, and liaise with the accounting team on all payroll related reconciliations
  • Work closely with Human Resources to maintain compliance with company policies
  • Run queries utilizing payroll software, research and answer all payroll related questions
  • Provides accrual time off reports to HR and management
  • Assist with journal entries and balance books of accounts
  • Perform SOX controls and internal controls

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from a 4 year college or university
  • 3 years of professional experience in payroll processing
  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
  • This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
  • Preferred Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field
  • Payroll experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with payroll and time and attendance system(s), preferably Workbrain
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Exhibits a strong commitment to dependability and reliability; ability to gain the confidence and respect of the customer base and holds a high degree of integrity, understanding the importance of sensitive and / or confidential information
  • Strong proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and related computer skills
  • Demonstrates aptitude to work independently using analytical thinking; possesses a strong understanding of business processes to deliver requested output timely and accurately
  • Experience managing multiple complex projects and delivering under tight deadlines and resource constraints.
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple large projects and interact with all organization levels
  • Additional Requirements :

  • Must be able to work on site full time in Torrance, California.
  • Benefits / Salary :

    The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $70K to $95K.

    About Us

    Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE : HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report. Follow : LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

    Equal Opportunity Employer :

    Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

    If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

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