Payroll Specialist

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THE ROLE:

We are actively seeking for a strong payroll professional with a proven track in payroll administration and tax compliance. Along with advance payroll processing skills, this role will also be actively involved in various key projects/initiatives that drive payroll transformation.

THE PERSON:

Will thrive on working in a dynamic environment. Will have strong interpersonal, analytical, attention to detail and will be an affective communicator.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the bi-weekly US payroll processing for ~7000 employees utilizing the ADP Vantage payroll system, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process Termination Final payments and all other off-cycle payment runs.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing and reporting of all payroll processes and all subsequent responsibilities.
• Perform validations of payroll inputs, down-stream reports and interfaces that includes but not limited to GL Postings, Accruals, third-party and Net Pay.
• Attend to queries and requests from key stakeholders within HR, Comp & Benefits, HRIS, IT, Legal, Accounting and Finance and HR business partners.
• Work directly with off-shore team (a part of shared-services model) that support US payroll operations.
• Work on the year-end processes to ensure system updates and annual balancing of earnings and taxes for accurate and timely issuance of W-2s and filings.
• Execute and liaise with the third-party vendors for monthly/quarterly/annual tax filings and compliance reporting.
• Support all requests from external and internal tax audit teams.
• Ensure accurate processing of Expat/Inpat reportable Earnings and benefits.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of payroll related journal entries including various accruals such as Commissions, Vacations, Payroll Labor cost etc.
• Respond to requests and queries from GL, Corp Accounting and other BU Finance Analysts and respond to payroll related queries on a timely basis.
• Attend to all escalations, issues from internal and external customers on a timely basis.
• Skilled in implementation of Payroll conversions, set-ups and/or upgrades that will ensure a smooth transition from one system to another with little to no interruption to payroll process.
• Provide accurate data for our mission critical metrics and SLAs for our operations.
• Support Payroll Finance MPO in SOX compliance audits internal and externally.
• Manage and support ad-hoc reporting, relevant information and presentations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned but not limited to above.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Payroll experience with knowledge and skilled in ADP Vantage processing platform as a strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations to ensure compliance.
• Proficiency in MIS Office Suite of applications such as excel, word, power point.
• A general understanding of accounting principles and practices is desired.

EDUCATION:

• BA or BS degree in Accounting, Finance or other business-related fields is required.

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package. Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail .

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