Payroll Specialist

Description:

Ashland is seeking a Payroll Specialistto join our team. This position is located in Wilmington, DE.

The primary responsibility of the Payroll Specialist is to perform all activities related to payroll processing for our US population which is approximately 4,000 employees. This individual serves as a payroll subject matter expert and ensures operational excellence in payroll and time management systems and processes. The incumbent will perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: maintaining related records, reviewing tax reports and deduction reports, reconciling garnishment processes, managing time recording and running the weekly/biweekly payrolls. This role will also partner with the Finance and IT business functions to ensure operational excellence in the payroll function. The Payroll Specialist will also support other cross functional projects within HR as assigned.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Supports US payroll processing work.
  • Audits and reconciles a wide range payroll documents for more than 4000 employees.
  • Processes US payroll and ensures that payroll is processed timely, accurately, and compliantly.
  • Serves as subject matter expert for escalated issues related to the areas of payroll, taxes, and time and attendance system input.
  • Processes employee time & attendance data from the timekeeping system to payroll and reconcile variances.
  • Serves as a 'super user' of Time & Payroll systems and tools in order to identify best practices, assesses functionality and system requirements, and recommends process improvements as applicable.
  • Possesses in-depth understanding of Payroll system to be able to create Ad-Hoc reports on demand.
  • Recommends plans and implements improvements, enhancements, and new applications to the payroll systems and processes. Collaborates with functional and technical staff to coordinate application of changes and responsible for documenting processes and results.
  • Recommends process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy that must be approved by appropriate leadership prior to implementation. Serves as a key liaison with third parties, vendors, and other stakeholders.
  • Supports and/or leads special projects as directed. Conducts ad hoc analyses as applicable. Provides surge support for critical HR initiatives as needed.

This position is based on a ladder structure and the job level (salary) will be determined by the quantity and quality of your experience.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education
  • 5-10 years of experience processing payroll in the US
  • Strong understanding of US payroll processes and regulations including understanding of HR system database design, structure, functions and processes, and experience with database tools
  • Experience and knowledge in SAP and Workday payroll and Kronos time management systems as well as general computer skills, e.g. MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
  • Strong organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments/projects, timelines and to identify project interdependencies, resource needs, potential risks/pitfalls and mitigation plans
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and confidentiality in handling information and issues that arise while staying within defined policies and practices
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Certified Payroll Professional designation a plus
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S

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NOTE: We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have a signed recruiting agreement in place to fill a specific position.

In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow. Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care andpharmaceutical. Visit to see the innovations we offer through our three commercial units - Ashland Specialty Ingredients, Ashland Performance Materials and Valvoline.

At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch. In fact our people, employees, customers and vendors define who we are. They are the driving force behind everything we do.

Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment. We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty.

Ashland has a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. The reasons are simple: industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. People come to Ashland and stay. As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization. Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit.

Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.