Payroll Specialist

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China.  This is based out of Clemmons, NC. 

As a Payroll Specialist at Hayward, you along with the Payroll Manager will be responsible for full-cycle processing of US and Canada bi-weekly payrolls as well as US Weekly Payrolls. This includes collecting, compiling, and entering data in the Workday Payroll system.

What You'll Do?

• Collect, compile, and enter payroll data using Workday software and ensure information is processed accurately and timely.
• Process US and Canadian payrolls by established deadlines.
• Provide accounting with general ledgers for all companies for US and Canada.
• Research and resolve accounting questions and concerns related to tax or payroll GL.
• Process stocks weekly (additional stocks should be processed upon notification).
• Process off-cycles as needed for all locations.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and errors by investigating, collecting, and analyzing information.
• Upload Garnishments received to vendor.
• Assist with year-end processing for US and Canada (W-2, W2c processing, T-4, etc).
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Recommend new processes to improve performance and efficiency within the payroll function.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience with in-house full cycle payroll processing. Workday experience is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll practices and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll taxation including local taxes
• Experience evaluating, analyzing, and resolving unique and complex problems, and recommending solutions.
• Solid understanding of multi-state and federal payroll, tax and employment laws.
• Canada Payroll knowledge is a plus but not required.
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Dedicated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude with a focus on providing awesome internal customer service.
• Great time management and organization skills.
• Motivated self-starter who likes working in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.

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