Senior Payroll Lead

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.Payroll Analyst IVPosition Summary: Works independently with guidance on complex tasks, performs a variety of complex functions in the preparation, processing, maintenance, verification and reconciliation for multiple payrolls, and reconciling payroll accrued account.Manage expatriate program to include review and approval of balance sheets and maintain tax compliance.Act as functional lead on the payroll integration of Corporate Development.Manage the payroll development and implementation of HCM system upgrade and tax updates.Analyze payroll processing problems and recommends best practices to implement new solutions.Makes recommendations to the Payroll Manager for development or enhancement of payroll procedures and documentation.Responds to internal and external customer non-standard requests.Leads payroll staff members and may perform duties of Payroll Manager in his/her absence.Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.Position Requirements:Four year college degree required and certified payroll professional (CPP).Eight or more years experience in a payroll position.Planning/Organizing/Managerial Knowledge:(Ranges from task-focused to integrating related functions, to broadly strategic integration)Advanced understanding of payroll administration, recordkeeping and reporting.Advanced knowledge of Basic accounting principles as related to payroll processing.Advanced knowledge of software applications related to payroll systems and time and attendance systems.Integrity and honesty.High level of critical analysis skills.Ability to prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines.Ability to work independently and as a team member.Good business judgment and decision-making skills.Ability to create and manage complex queries and spreadsheets and provide high level analysis of data.Initiative.Ability to successfully coordinate internal and external resources.Ability to lead Payroll staff and direct work to team as required by Payroll Manager.Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.SummaryLocation: Reading, PAType: Full time