Payroll Specialist

Payroll SpecialistBellevue, WATerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits.TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Payroll SpecialistResponsibilitiesSupport payroll administrations across multiple business segments compliance for remote workforce across multiple states outside of Washington StateProcess international payroll/benefits in UKTimely and accurately process multi-state payroll withholding, remittance of payroll taxes including federal, state, local taxes, any amendments as needed.Understand proper taxation for employer paid benefits for multi-state payrollsTrack multi-state payroll/benefits compliance year-round (i.e. PTO, overtime), provide employee communications, help with completing year-end compliance requirements.Review and incorporate any multi-state payroll/benefits required disclosures in the annual open enrollment materials, benefits summary, certification and contracts or accuracy, and distribute required documents for compliancePrepare bi-weekly multi-state payroll and benefits reconciliation, quarterly W-2 review, conduct internal benefits audit to ensure data integrityCalculate tax gross up related to relocation Calculate workers compensation and quarterly Washington State L&I owedAssists with internal and external audits. i.e. workers compensation, insurance audit, L&I, DOL, 401K, GAAP financial and other compliance auditsSupport benefits and leave administration experience including health, disability, life, and 401(k) as well as ancillary benefitsAssist annual open enrollment, new hire enrollments, qualifying life events/benefit changesPartnering with benefits broker to support insurance claims and general troubleshootingSupport leave eligibility and calculations, partnering with our vendors, insurance carriers and benefit broker to resolve issues such as billing and claimsPerform payroll/benefits reconciliation per internal procedure and identify and resolve payroll issues timelyAssist On-boarding new employees including leading new hire orientation, explanation of benefits, policies and systems, prepare new hire packets and post on-boarding orientation follow upAssist Off board terminating employees in ADP, complete HR termination template request, submit the insurance carrier template and notify the COBRA vendor if neededAdhere to compliance calendar deadlinesSubmit Internal Communications and updating benefit notifications/materials to TP WebSupport HRIS integration with ADP. Routine cross check of HR information in HRIS with ADP employee of records.Assist with employee questions/changes for direct deposit, tax withholding allowances, qualifying life events, benefit changes, etc.Identify opportunities for process and systems improvements. Assist any ad hoc projects as neededKey Qualifications and SkillsAt a minimum, four year BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or General BusinessA minimum of seven years of payroll administration experience including health, disability, life, and 401(k) as well as ancillary benefitsExperienced with processing multi-state payrollCustomer service oriented in high growth, high touch organizationAccuracy, time management, and timely follow-upProficient with Microsoft Office suite tools and able to quickly adapt to other Finance and Accounting systems (Oracle Fusion, ADP)Working knowledge of payroll systems, experience with ADP preferredHighly organized and detail-oriented; high degree of accuracyExperience completing payroll journal entries, month end payroll reconciliation and an understanding of accounting principlesAbility to multi-task. Handle payroll processing, benefits projects and ad hoc requests timely and accuratelyCapable of quickly comprehending new information and technologiesCapable of working in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills, comfortable working with operations team/non-accounting professionalsAbility to keep payroll and Human Resource information confidentialThe successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect with a desire to foster teamwork.TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.Job Functions:Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.Repetitive work: ProlongedSpecial Senses: Visual and audio focused workWork Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/dayTravel required 0-10%TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.Salary Range Level: $87,686 - $131,529* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.Benefits:Competitive CompensationSalary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive paymentsComprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits MedicalVisionDentalLife and DisabilityGender Affirmation BenefitsParental Leave401k PlanGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) 21 days of annually accrued PTOGenerous Holiday Schedule 10 paid holidaysRelocation AssistanceProfessional and Educational Support Opportunities