Payroll Analyst (Tax Administration)

Company: British American Tobacco
Location: King
Posted on: November 19, 2021

Job Description:

Reynolds American is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.
To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PAYROLL ANALYST III -- TAX / AIAP / PAYROLL
SENIORITY LEVEL: Experienced Non-Management Level
FUNCTION: Human Resources
LOCATION: Winston Salem, NC USA

ROLE SUMMARY
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
The Payroll Analyst III performs processing activities and provides excellent customer service to employees across RAI and its operating units. The position will work in a team environment supporting biweekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring employee pay is correct and policies are followed. Additionally, this position requires knowledge in payroll tax administration as well as strong analytical and communication skills.

Reports to: Senior Manager Payroll
Core Relationships: Internal --Payroll and Tax/External -- ADP Tax Services
Geographic Scope: Local

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support biweekly and monthly payroll processing, ensuring payroll deadlines are met
• Maintain employee tax records to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Complete company registrations for federal, state, and local taxing jurisdictions
• Partner with ADP to research and resolve tax filing, tax payment, and registration issues
• Enter and monitor payroll transactions each pay period
• Perform pre-processing and post-processing audits
• Research and answer payroll-related questions, as appropriate
• Monitor payroll interfaces including inputs and outputs EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE
  
  Experience Required
  • Federal, state, and local tax knowledge required
  • 2 - 4 years in corporate payroll environment required
  • Proficient in the use of office technologies (MS Excel, Outlook, and Word)
  • Experience with SAP Payroll (Employee Central (EC) Payroll) preferred Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies
    • Demonstrated technical aptitude to understand data flow and system interaction
    • Strong oral and written communication skills
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required
      • Bachelor--s degree or equivalent experience
      • Payroll certification desirable (FPC or CPP) BENEFICIAL
        • Proven track record of continuous process improvement
        • Experience with ADP--s Smart Compliance system QUALIFYING QUESTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
          • Do you have recent experience with employee tax administration?
          • Do you have knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws?
          • Are you proficient with common excel functionality including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc? WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN--A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP
            At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.
            • Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
            • Reynolds American certified as Great Place to Work
            • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
            • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
            • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women--s Day Best Practice winner
            • Seal Award winner -- one of 50 most sustainable companies BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
              Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.
              Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
              
              COMPENSATION/TARGETED BONUS
              • Competitive annual salary
              • Targeted Annual Bonus BENEFIT SUMMARY
                We offer very competitive compensation and benefit plans, including:
                • 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation. Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
                • Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package
                • Eleven paid company holidays annually, plus a generous paid vacation plan based on length of service
                • Company-paid sick and personal days, funeral leave, and jury duty leave; Also, Parental leave/Reduced Work Schedule
                • Confidential personal financial counselling service
                • On-site health clinics and fitness centers
                • A matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
                • Health-care advocacy service
                • Volunteer service opportunities
                • Federal credit union membership through Allegacy Federal Credit Union
                • Extensive training opportunities Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility and creativity for motivated employees that welcome opportunities for growth. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!
                  
                  Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at .
                  
                  About our organization:
                  Reynolds American Inc. is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c., and the U.S. parent company of R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company; Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company, Inc.; American Snuff Company, LLC; Modoral Brands Inc.; R. J. Reynolds Vapor Company; Lorillard Licensing Company, LLC; Reynolds Brands, Inc.; Vuse Stores LLC; Kentucky BioProcessing, Inc.; RAI Services Company and Reynolds Marketing Services Company. This position is with RAI Services Company . Job Number: 42522
                  
                  WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN -- A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP
                  At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.
                  
                  -- Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
                  -- Reynolds American certified as Great Place to Work
                  -- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
                  -- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
                  -- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women--s Day Best Practice winner
                  -- Seal Award winner -- one of 50 most sustainable companies
                  
                  BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
                  Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.
                  
                  Collaboration, diversity, and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
                  
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