Payroll Coordinator

Payroll CoordinatorJoin us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we're building the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you'll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions.Panasonic is seeking a Payroll Coordinator, reporting to the Sr HR Systems Manager. This role supports the timekeeping administration and pre-payroll process for bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for the Gigafactory in Kansas, with primary responsibility for ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and employees are paid accurately and on time. This organization is poised to grow by several thousand employees in the next few years. Bring your energy and creativity and come build with us.Essential Duties:Ensure timecards are complete, accurate and ready for payroll processing in preparation for the bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls. Includes both exempt and non-exempt employees across multiple states.Manage workflow to ensure all pre-payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.Run daily, weekly and per pay period timekeeping reports to support HR partners and production leadership for proactive data accuracy in the timekeeping system.Audit and reconcile time keeping system to ensure compliance with company policy and procedure.Ensure compliance with payroll audits.Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate preprocess reports to ensure accurate processing of data changes.Manage and respond to employee payroll-related tickets through the internal ticketing system, providing accurate information and timely resolutions in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.Support the off-cycle payroll process for supplemental bonuses, incentives, relocation, and long-term incentives as required.Maintain confidentiality and security of employee payroll information, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.Continuously innovate timekeeping and payroll solutions and process improvement.Qualifications Requirements:Education: Associates degree with emphasis in Accounting or FinanceEssential Qualifications: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Minimum of 3 years experience processing payroll or experience with a timekeeping system for 1000+ employeesPreferred Qualifications: Manufacturing or related experience preferred Experience with Workday preferred but not required Demonstrated comfort in multi-national environments. Clear prioritization to advance efforts on multiple fronts. Flexibility – critical for a start-up environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel with the ability to perform advanced data analysis and reporting Analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to set and achieve goals and deadlines Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task Ability to work independently and in a team environment Customer service and resolution skillsPhysical Demands:Physical Activity: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to: Sit: 70% Walk: 15% Stand: 10% Lift: 5%Required Lifting and Carrying: Weight to be manually lifted each normal workday. (Occasional 1 - 33%, Frequent 34 - 66%, Continuous 67 - 100%) Up to 10 lbs: Occasional Up to 20 lbs: Occasional Up to 35 lbs: Occasional Team-Lift Only (over 35 lbs): Not RequiredTools and/or Equipment: Keyboard/Computer: Continuous Office Equipment (Fax, copier, 10-key): Frequent Telephone: FrequentBenefits & Perks - What's In It For You:Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognitionAnnual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events.Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.We Take Opportunity Seriously: At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.