Senior Payroll Administrator

Senior Payroll AdministratorLocation: Bridgeton, MO, US, 63044 Job ID: 115022 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 ResponsibilitiesResponsible for processing full cycle payroll including balancing and reconciling all payroll figuresProcess New Hires, Intercompany transfers, and TerminationsEnter employee banking and tax changes in ADPReview and post timesheets on a weekly basisPrepare journal entries to record Bi-weekly payrollVerify 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 paymentPerform three-way reconciliation between Timesheets, Costpoint ERP System, and ADP with each payrollEnter 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 requiredPrepare 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 discrepanciesLearn Union Payroll to serve as back up for vacations and out of office timeAbility to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a multi-task environmentWork involves sensitive and confidential information; discretion is essentialSupport, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organizationAudit various system controls to ensure accuracyQualificationsHigh school diploma5+ years of payroll experienceMastery of payroll business procedures and principlesWorking knowledge of accounting principlesWorking knowledge of Tax Levy, State and creditor garnishments, and IWOs'Working knowledge of computerized payroll systems – ADP, Cognos, CP, SFT a plusIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft ExcelKnowledge of local, state and federal laws that pertain to the payment of wagesThe 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.