Payroll

• Analyze and consistently take corrective steps on defensive queries related to tax
• Ability to calculate retroactive tax, analyze gross to net calculations for accuracy
• Prepare, balance and release W-2 files
• Tax Data Integrity Assurance for employees and tax filing
• Process improvement recommendations and implementations
• Provide client support for escalated tax and accounting issues
• Monitor payroll interface file and resolve any rejects related to tax fallout

Senior Payroll Tax Analyst

• Develop and test the PeopleSoft Global Payroll rules engine.
• Update/modify existing extensions or tailored software.
• Experience with integration of PeopleSoft Global Payroll with existing Oracle PeopleSoft HCM solutions to support the Integrated Personnel and Pay System.
• Design, develop, and maintain customizations and enhancements across a variety of PeopleSoft modules including HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Time & Labor, Financials (AP, AR, GL), and Campus Solutions.
• Develop and support complex components using PeopleTools, PeopleCode, Application Engine, Integration Broker, Component Interface, and Event Mapping.
• Strong experience with SQL, SQR, PS/Query, BI Publisher, and web services.
• Support integrations with third-party and legacy systems using REST/SOAP Web Services, file-based integrations, and middleware tools.
• Collaborate with business analysts and functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, data integrity problems, and system bugs across multiple modules.
• Apply security best practices, manage user roles/permissions, and ensure compliance with data privacy standards (HIPAA, FISMA, etc.).
• Support batch scheduling, job streams, and workflow automation using Application Engine, Process Scheduler, and PeopleSoft Workflows.
• Participate in Agile development processes and contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, change control artifacts, and deployment packages.

Peoplesoft Developer, Global Payroll

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for all associates, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, tax setup, adjustments, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and organizational payroll regulations, including tax requirements, garnishments, and wage laws.
• Manage payroll corrections, including prior quarter adjustments and year-end W-2 review and reconciliation.
• Partner with payroll vendor to resolve system issues, implement updates and ensure data accuracy.
• Oversee timekeeping processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing training and guidance to managers and associates.
• Maintain accurate associate data within the HRIS from hire to termination, including reporting and leading regular audits to resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for associates and leaders by providing guidance, resolving inquiries, and delivering a high-quality service experience.
• Safeguard sensitive payroll and compensation information with the highest level of confidentiality.
• Contribute to process improvement and support special projects, as needed.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Senior Payroll Administrator

• Workday Payroll Systems Analysis and Technical Support
• Serve as a payroll-side functional and technical subject matter expert for the Workday Payroll module.
• Support Workday Payroll configuration related to earnings, deductions, pay components, pay groups, payroll inputs, payroll calculations, retro pay, tax setup, garnishments, direct deposit, and payroll business processes.
• Analyze complex Workday Payroll issues and identify root causes related to configuration, data, integrations, business processes, upstream HR data, time inputs, absence data, benefit deductions, tax elections, or payroll calculations.
• Diagnose and help correct payroll-impacting issues in real time during active payroll processing cycles, including urgent issues that could affect payroll accuracy, timeliness, or compliance.
• Partner with HRIS, IT, Payroll, Benefits, HR Operations, Finance, Accounting, and external vendors to design, test, and implement payroll system solutions.
• Build, maintain, and validate Workday payroll reports, audit reports, dashboards, exception reports, calculated fields, and ad hoc payroll data outputs.
• Support Workday EIBs, payroll data loads, mass updates, and related validation activities.
• Support payroll-related integrations, vendor files, interface monitoring, error resolution, and data reconciliation.
• Participate in Workday release management, including impact assessment, regression testing, UAT, configuration testing, and post-release validation.
• Support adjacent Workday modules that impact payroll, including Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, Core HCM, Compensation, and Finance/Accounting integrations.
• Translate payroll requirements into system requirements, test scripts, reporting needs, control points, and process documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation, reduce manual payroll intervention, strengthen controls, improve reporting, and increase payroll accuracy.
• Maintain documentation for payroll configuration, system processes, testing results, issue resolution, controls, and standard operating procedures.
• Support payroll-related projects, including acquisitions, new entity setup, new state/province setup, pay group changes, policy updates, payroll process redesign, and Workday enhancements.
• As needed, this role may also provide payroll analyst support.

Analyst, Workday Payroll

• Provide consulting services for SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) applications
• Analyze client requirements and implement HCM software solutions
• Provide training and support for seamless integration
• Coach and motivate teams to solve complex problems

Senior Manager, SAP Human Capital Payroll & Time

• Assist in reviewing and validating payroll data prior to submission, including timekeeping records, deductions, bonuses, and other adjustments
• Audit payroll reports for accuracy and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with the vendor and internal departments
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company policies and legal requirements
• Support year-end processes including W-2 review, tax filings, and audits
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT teams to ensure seamless data flow and integration
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters in a timely and professional manner
• Assist in the implementation and optimization of payroll systems and processes
• Monitor vendor performance and participate in periodic reviews and evaluations
• Additional Responsibilities as Assigned

Payroll Specialist

• Oversee and liaise with the outsourced payroll provider to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Manage payroll schedules, deductions, and adjustments in collaboration with the external provider.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to plant / employee inquiries
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit required payroll reports
• Work with third party partners to prepare tax filings and year-end activities.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and best practices.
• Supervise or support payroll specialists or coordinators
• Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to payroll staff
• Act as a point of escalation for complex payroll issues
• Generate and analyze payroll to provide insights and support decision-making.
• Present findings to senior management.
• Liaise with outsourced payroll vendor to ensure service level agreements are met.
• Evaluate vendor performance and provide support in in contract negotiations.
• Provide support to plants, HR team and employees regarding payroll inquiries.
• Conduct training sessions to educate employees on system usage.
• Lead HR projects related to payroll, including system implementations and upgrades.

Associate Manager, Payroll

• Manages district sales effort in accordance with corporate guidelines to increase client base through implementation of specifically approved sales and marketing programs
• Recruits, selects and directs sales staff in meeting or exceeding corporate goals
• Monitors attainment versus forecast and takes corrective action when necessary
• Identifies potential management candidates and brings to the attention of the Vice President, Sales - SurePayroll
• Projects a positive image in representing the corporation to clients and the community
• Cultivates and develops through the sales staff a referral network among the certified public accountants community, enrolled agents, banks and bookkeepers
• Works with other SurePayroll managers to develop mutual objectives and problem-solving issues using partnership principles
• Ensures accuracy of sales reporting
• Initiates, participates in, and supervises on-going training of assigned sales representatives in technical knowledge, competitive knowledge, and sales skills knowledge

District Sales Manager

• Ensure employees across multiple countries and pay frequencies are paid accurately and on time.
• Oversee day to day payroll processing operations.
• Calculate and report tax liabilities, including periodic, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reconciliations; validate payroll tax reporting and related activities, including year-end forms.
• Manage payroll tax reporting system processes.
• Coordinate with external payroll vendors to ensure strong service delivery and accuracy
• Respond to and resolve employee and stakeholder queries through the team’s ticketing system.
• Researching evolving law and regulations regarding taxes and payroll withholding procedures.
• Prepare reports and analyses for senior leadership as needed.
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll tax notices and regulatory payroll audits.
• Ensure correct taxation of payroll & benefits.
• Collaborate closely with Finance, People Ops, Legal and FP&A teams - as well as Booking Holdings Payroll Team - to ensure accuracy and alignment across the organization.
• Lead, develop, and support our growing Payroll Team, fostering a professional, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and advise leadership on tax-related matters.

Associate Manager, Global Payroll

• Own the payroll processing of US salaried payroll for 1,400 employees and hourly payroll for 100 employees.
• Prepare payroll input files, process and review payroll outputs to verify accuracy and compliance, confirming that all data is properly recorded and processed according to company policies.
• Act as subject matter expert in US payroll providing valuable insights, guidance and assistance to other team members and internal stakeholders.
• Perform ongoing reconciliation and audit of data flowing from multiple systems into the payroll platform, resolving discrepancies and errors to maintain data integrity and compliance.
• Lead automation initiatives and process enhancements within the payroll department, collaborating cross-functionally with HR, IT, Legal, and Accounting to streamline and optimize payroll operations—including benefits administration and withholdings (e.g., leave of absence, employee benefits, 401k, FSA, etc.).
• Ensure adherence to best practices to minimize errors and maintain operational excellence.
• Assist with month-end close activities such as payroll journal entries and GL account reconciliations.
• Respond to employee inquiries and serve as liaison between employee and third-party providers.
• Audit, reconcile and fund 401k contributions associated with each payroll. Research and resolve discrepancies in real time.
• Research and review payroll tax reporting and ensure accurate and timely filings with appropriate government authorities.
• Manage and track tax inquiries, amendments, adjustments and follow up with tax team as needed.
• Complete quarter-end and year-end reconciliations for tax filings and W-2 filings.
• Independently lead payroll related audits, such as Workers Compensation and 401k.
• Provide ad-hoc support and services on special projects and implementations as needed.
• Provide ad-hoc coverage and support on international payroll as needed.

Payroll Manager

• Process biweekly payroll for 450+ employees across multiple states in ADP
• Ensure accuracy across wages, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and deductions
• Manage payroll tax setup, filings, and payments (federal, state, local)
• Audit payroll data from multiple inputs (HR, benefits, finance) prior to processing
• Maintain and update employee data within ADP
• Serve as the go-to for payroll-related questions from employees and managers
• Monitor integrations impacting payroll (benefits, expenses, etc.)
• Support internal and external audits with payroll data and reporting
• Partner with Accounting and leadership on payroll reporting and reconciliations
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with retention requirements
• Help improve payroll processes, controls, and documentation
• Support training on payroll and timekeeping processes

Payroll and Tax Administrator

• Responsible for managing and analyzing payroll and compensation data to ensure accurate and timely employee payments
• Supports HR operations by maintaining payroll systems, processing compensation adjustments, conducting audits, generating reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and company policies
• Collaborates with HR and finance teams to optimize payroll processes and resolve discrepancies
• Administer market pricing and benchmarking activities using tools such as Payscale to support consistent pay practices
• Own and manage participation in external compensation surveys, including Mercer surveys, ensuring accurate data submission, validation, and reporting
• Maintain and manage pay ranges, salary structures, and job architecture within established guidelines
• Support day-to-day compensation administration, including pay changes, job evaluations, and related transactions
• Review and validate compensation data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with internal policies
• Assist in the administration of incentive and variable pay programs, including data validation and payout processing support
• Ensure compensation processes are executed accurately, consistently, and in compliance with organizational standards
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and Finance to support the effective management of compensation-related activities
• Support payroll processing through data validation, audits, and data integrity checks
• Review earnings, deductions, and employee data to ensure accuracy and consistency across systems
• Maintain data integrity within HRIS and payroll systems by identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Partner with Payroll Manager to ensure smooth, accurate, and compliant payroll operations
• Partner with HRIS partner to ensure accurate configuration of pay-related data in Dayforce

HR Operations Analyst – Payroll, Compensation

• Ensure payroll is processed timely and accurately.
• Supervise each payroll and ensure the work done by the payroll processors are reviewed.
• Work with HR and external payroll service providers to streamline payroll processes.
• Identify areas for improvement in processes and practices and suggest steps to implement improvement plans.
• Provide HR with necessary data and information for analysis, reporting and decision making.
• Work with accounting to assist in improving quality and accuracy of data used in reporting and analysis of financial results relating to employee costs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local government requirements and filings.
• Be the primary contact for our global employee population for payroll matters.
• Support projects involving input from payroll, such as implementation of HRIS systems and benefits programs and policies.
• Provide data needed for annual and periodic reporting that require disclosure of compensation information for company executives in SEC filings.
• Advise management on payroll and employee tax implications related to equity incentive plans.
• Be the subject matter expert on payroll related matters on a global basis.
• Implementation and ensuring execution of controls to support SOX compliance in the payroll process.

Global Payroll Manager

• Perform daily Payroll department operations, including preparation of multiple bi-weekly payrolls
• New hire time and attendance training
• Employee self-service login reset
• Verifications of employment and off-cycle payments
• Interface with Human Resources, Finance, and other departments as required
• Monitor and ensure wage-hour compliance
• Reconcile timecards, including contacting team members and supervisors to obtain timesheet approvals
• Year End processing, including W2 review, approval and distribution, and preparation for the new year
• Process adjustment off-cycles
• Provide support to team members and management regarding all payroll inquiries in a timely manner
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a manufacturing workforce, ensuring accurate and timely pay for hourly, union, and salaried employees.
• Lead full-cycle payroll processing for multi-shift manufacturing operations, including hourly, union, temporary, and salaried employees.
• Validate timekeeping data from plant systems, ensuring accuracy across overtime, shift differentials, weekend premiums, and meal-break compliance.
• Review and approve payroll batches before final submission.
• Manage complex payroll scenarios such as retroactive pay, incentive payouts, production bonuses, and attendance-based pay programs.
• Oversee garnishments, benefits deductions, tax withholdings, and union dues.
• Maintain payroll compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including FLSA and union contract requirements.
• Partner with HR and plant leadership to resolve discrepancies and support workforce changes.
• Prepare payroll reports for Finance, HR, and plant management; support month-end and year-end close.
• Lead internal and external payroll audits; ensure documentation meets SOX and corporate standards.
• Train and mentor payroll staff; act as the escalation point for complex payroll issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Stay current on payroll regulations, union agreements, and system updates.

Senior Payroll Specialist

• Build and maintain substantial client relationships across a global network
• Drive transformational change within the organization
• Analyze payroll processes to identify opportunities for enhancement
• Mentor and develop team members to enhance their professional growth

HR Payroll Director

• Direct efforts in implementing SAP On-Premise or Employee Central Payroll solutions
• Provide product and implementation knowledge to achieve defined business outcomes
• Set strategic direction and drive business development initiatives
• Oversee multiple projects and maintain executive-level client relations
• Mentor and develop team members to reach their potential
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Maintain adherence to professional and technical standards
• Collaborate with clients to understand and meet their needs

SAP Human Capital Payroll – Director

• Responsible for the timely and accurate processing and support of Sonoco’s payrolls. Includes multi-company, multi-state, and multiple pay cycles.
• Participate in improvement projects through optimization of Workday processes specifically focused on eliminating manual operations.
• Assist in Root Cause investigation and corrective/preventative action implementation for repeat and impactful payroll errors.
• Proactive audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance with SOX to identify any control weaknesses.
• Initiates corrective action for system edit and error messages.
• Oversee distribution of confidential information as needed to PWC, auditors, corporate, etc. as needed.
• Must be able to research federal and state rules and regulations for the U.S. and Canada.
• Must be able to make decisions to resolve pay issues that arise with the operations, balancing the needs of the employees with the cost to Sonoco, while ensuring that Sonoco follows federal, state, and local regulations.
• Handle garnishment documents and manage employee case resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

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