Payroll Business Analyst

Summary

The Payroll & Business Analystwill lead the payroll process for Mowi USA business unit. Will be responsible for processing payroll, providing technical aid and supporting process improvement for Human Resources. The Payroll & Business Analyst will establish the developing of automated payroll processes: increasing payroll functionality, preparing monthly reports and managing payroll functions. Will also be in charge of preparing monthly payroll accrual, assisting with general accounting tasks and the monthly close process. The Payroll & Business Analyst will develop a robust understanding of all business unit regulatory standards, in order to ensure governance and compliance.

Work Environment:

- Hybrid.

- Office Location: 57 Little River Dr, Belfast, ME 04915.

Responsibilities

• Ensure payroll is processed timely and accurately.
• Enter weekly payroll changes (not processed through self-service and HR processes). Audit the payroll register to ensure changes were captured and payroll is accurate.
• Develop strong relationships with HR, through partnering with the team and assisting in process improvement related to HR functions and payroll systems. Provide excellent customer service to Mowi employees.
• Support HR in the development of resources within Workforce Now, including: recruitment, employee goals and appraisals, reporting and analytical resources.
• Provide support in the development of electronic employee files, including: assistance with self-audits and recommendations for improvements.
• Support continued development of Workforce Now to provide improved self-service experience and increase self-service use.
• Lead annual benefit and compliance reporting and audit processes, including: 401k audit, workers compensation audit, Self-Insured Medical Plan audit, 1095 review, EEO1 filing, etc.
• Process weekly 401k contribution upload and reconcile payroll and 401k data.
• Manage all garnishments, deductions, and Paid Time Off (PTO) balances in ADP Workforce Now.
• Manage ACA compliance within Workforce Now.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in payroll.
• Assist with the maintenance of fixed assets including processing additions, dispositions and running monthly depreciation.
• Reconcile bank accounts including checking, payroll and lockbox accounts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• ·Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now preferred.
• Must possess thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships, in order to gain support and achieve results, within a diverse group of employees, ranging from a field environment to a corporate setting.
• Flexibility and ability to interact with employees at all levels.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ of experience in a corporate environment preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ of experience in Payroll preferred.

**All requirements and skills are considered to be essential, unless otherwise indicated.**

**Mowi is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

The above job description is not an all-encompassing list of duties and responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Mowi is a Drugfree Workplace.

**Mowi does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Mowi employees or any other company location. Mowi is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes**

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid work
• Office

Experience:

• Payroll management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Project management: 2 years (Preferred)
• ADP: 2 years (Preferred)
• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, ME