A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.
Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people's lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.
Transforming what's possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials - this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.
By joining MTS, you'll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You'll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.
Primary Objective:
Oversees the multi-state payroll accounting function. Ensures compliance with Company policy, SOX guidelines and all federal, state, and foreign payroll tax reporting requirements. Ensures the payroll processing schedules are met. Safeguards the security of all payroll related data and records. Prepares payroll accounting, including the journal entries and reconciliations.
Major Areas of Accountability:
- Ensures the execution of the North American payroll in a timely manner in accordance with Company policy.
- Audits and analyzes payroll results using judgment to detect errors and/or anomalies and determine appropriate resolution.
- Manages employee payroll master data, including the determination of appropriate classification and accounting of employee earnings as well as the determination of appropriate tax jurisdictions and sufficient documentation/authorization for deductions per federal and state law.
- Ensures the execution of all Canadian payroll related procedures including input, output, and taxes, as well as working with the ITW division service provider.
- Manages time reporting data including review and analysis of on-line time sheet submissions and correction of errors to ensure accurate labor distribution.
- Maintains and safeguards all Payroll records ensuring strict confidentiality and in accordance with Company policy.
Manages general accounting procedures for all Payroll based transactions, including the analysis and reconciliation of payroll and tax data.
Communicates and interacts effectively with Company personnel to convey Payroll policy and procedure requirements. Communicates effectively with other departments to coordinate work efforts and resolve problems. Acts as the primary liaison with HR on payroll related matters.
Leads the Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and serve as process owner for payroll ensuring all requirements are met and compliance is maintained.
Ability to troubleshoot and create process improvements.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Associates Degree
Experience: Five years of relevant experience in Payroll administration
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting-related field
Experience:
- CPP certification preferred.
- Ability to use experience and judgment to plan and prioritize projects and job accountabilities.
- Highly organized, self-motivated and attention to detail.
- Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external customers and maintain effective working relationships with company personnel and with persons outside the company.
- Proficient computer skills including MS Excel, MS Word and integrated computer applications for HR and Payroll. Knowledge of SAP and Dayforce preferred.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
