Kioxia is hiring a Kioxia Payroll Administrator - 2229 | SmartRecruiters

Payroll Administrator - 2229 Full-time Department: Finance Company Description No Relocation Assistance Provided. KIOXIA America, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of KIOXIA Corporation, a premier global provider of memory and storage technologies. From pioneering flash memory to today's innovative BiCS FLASH™ 3D technology, KIOXIA continues to develop cutting-edge memory, SSD, and software solutions that enhance human experiences and expand technological horizons. The company's groundbreaking BiCS FLASH™ 3D memory technology is revolutionizing storage in high-density applications, including advanced smartphones, computers, SSDs, automotive systems, and data centers. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be instrumental in collaborating with internal stakeholders to deliver a streamlined payroll experience. Your role involves processing diverse payroll groups monthly (including remote employees), meticulously reviewing payroll records, calculating wages, and managing employee payments with precision and confidentiality. In this dynamic and agile environment, your proactive approach and meticulous attention to detail will help resolve payroll inquiries and drive continuous process improvements. If you are self-motivated, excel at relationship building, and are passionate about operational excellence, we invite you to join our team. Responsibilities: - Process and audit high-volume, multi-state payrolls for exempt and nonexempt employees bi-weekly, including terminations and final pay calculations - Ensure compliance with evolving federal, state (emphasizing California), and local payroll regulations, tax requirements, and company pay policies - Maintain data security and confidentiality of sensitive employee information, integrating data from multiple sources and managing remote workers - Review wage calculations, audit reports, and implement necessary adjustments to prevent payroll errors - Track and process leave of absence (LOA) and calculate supplemental pay - Initiate stop payments, direct deposit reversals, and process garnishment payments - Prepare monthly journal entries for payroll and tax adjustments/payments, fund payments, and complete quarterly workers' compensation reporting - Respond to payroll inquiries, providing high-level customer support and service to employees and management - Prepare reports and analytics for leadership, audits, and support year-end activities including W-2 processing and tax filings Qualifications: - Minimum of 3+ years payroll experience, including multi-state processing; strong knowledge of California payroll laws and regulations. Bachelor's degree preferred; CPP/FPC certification a plus - Proficiency in a Payroll Platform required, preferably UKG - Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with excellent judgment and discretion - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills; ability to apply documented rules and instructions independently - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications required - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive attitude and flexibility - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment, prioritizing assignments as needed - Understanding of payroll processing within a shared services environment - Self-motivated to learn new processes and stay current on payroll practices; adaptable to changing business needs Additional Information Req#2229; #LI-CB1 The expected salary for this position is $81,560.00 - $130,530.00. At KIOXIA, we value: - Investment in you: Offering opportunities for career growth and personal development training - Open-minded management: Empowering employees by listening and responding to ideas, issues, and approaches - Flexible work-life balance: Offering a generous PTO allotment, holiday shutdown, and flexible work options - Diversity of cultures, perspectives, backgrounds and experiences of all our team members: Through diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, focusing on strengthening company culture to create more inclusion and belonging - Benefits for our team members: Excellent medical and non-medical benefits, 401(k) matching, pet insurance KIOXIA America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.