Sr. Payroll Specialist

Process, analyze, and audit multi-state bi-weekly payrolls.
- Reconcile payroll balance sheets, accumulators, YTD earnings, payroll tax withholdings and general ledgers.
- Process manual checks and research payroll discrepancies as necessary.
- Process employee terminations and ensure that changes to departments, locations.
- and compensation are accurate and timely.
- Coordinate with the HR, Benefits, and Compensation teams to ensure an efficient and accurate payroll cycle.
- Manage workflows to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of new hires and transfers.
- Create ad hoc reports on a regular basis.
- Assist with payroll related vendor invoice management.
- Assess payroll challenges, resolves complex payroll matters and makes recommendations for more efficient process improvements.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**

Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.

**OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES**
- Working knowledge of multi-state taxation at federal, state and local levels.
- Ability to analyze and resolve complex payroll accounting.
- Interest and knowledge in payroll system automation and integration is a must.
- Knowledge of Kronos, e-Time, ADP or in-house payroll experience preferred.
- Ability to be accurate, detailed and organized in a high volume/fast paced environment.
- Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
- Advanced problem-solving, critical thinking and prioritization skills.
- Ability to be a collaborative team player and work effectively with all departments.
- Strong work ethic, self-motivation, goal driven team player.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Human Resources is preferred.
- 5 or more years of experience with all aspects of multi-state payroll.

**CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES**
- (CPP) Certified Payroll Professional certification preferred.
- Responds to payroll accounting related questions and requests.
- Understands employer paid benefits.- Act as a trusted advisor to less-experienced pay

**WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?**

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

**We offer**:

- Medical, and Pension Benefits
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
- Employee Discounts
- Potential to earn a quarterly bonus.

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

**Disclaimer**:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

**Education**: Required
- Bachelors or better

**Behaviors**: Required
- Team player: Works well as a member of a group