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The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary    The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an experience Payroll Specialist to join our People Operations team! In this position, you will provide support, administration, and troubleshooting on payroll matters with employees, managers, auditors, and outside agencies. You will ensure payroll reporting and payments are compliant with Company policy, generally accepted accounting principles, and federal, state and IRS regulations.  The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our location in El Segundo, CA. What You’ll Be Doing    Provide critical payroll support to our employee population Accurate and timely validation of wage, salary, bonus calculations  Time and Attendance administration, including timekeeping changes   Leave Administration (i.e., military leaves, Short Term Disability)   Retroactive pay, supplemental pay, and other fringe benefits    Off-cycle manual checks  Stop payments and uncashed check   Wage Assignments  Tax Compliance, including W-2 processing  Payroll Accounting, including funding tax liabilities   Other payroll-related duties and responsibilities   Utilize payroll software systems to run scheduled system jobs for processing payroll and resolve any errors, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements  Run ad-hoc reports and analyze payroll data to identify and rectify errors or discrepancies  Partner with Payroll vendor to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor laws in payroll processes and reporting  Collaborate with People Operations, Finance, and other departments to ensure accurate employee data and seamless coordination of payroll activities  Monitor and respond to the Payroll In-box for timely responses to inquiries    Address and resolve employee inquiries and concerns related to timekeeping, deductions, and tax withholding in a timely and professional manner  Prepare and distribute payroll-related documents to employees as needed  Stay current on developments and changes in payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor laws  What You Need to be Successful    Minimum Requirements for the Payroll Specialist III : High school diploma or equivalent  Six or more years of relevant Payroll experience   Demonstrated understanding of payroll processes and regulations  Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor laws  Familiarity with general accounting principles and practices related to payroll  Proficiency in use of payroll software, HRIS systems, and Excel for data entry, calculations, and analysis  Organizational skills to manage multiple payroll cycles and meet weekly payroll production deadlines.  Effective communication skills to interact with employees and resolve inquiries or concerns.  Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.  In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Payroll Specialist IV include : Ten or more years of relevant Payroll experience How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field Professional certification in payroll administration (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional, Fundamental Payroll Certification) Experience with SAP Experience with ADP Experience with Workday We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.  (Min - Max) $30.80 - $50.88 Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change    Engage with Impact    Foster Innovation    Deliver Results   Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at  peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review  Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .

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