Payroll Administrator III

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At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

As part of a unique and highly skilled team, you’ll help optimize the cash flow process of the organization. We are seeking an analytical, creative, and forward-thinking Payroll Administrator to join our team and will report into the Payroll Manager. The administrator will partner with Human Resources and Accounting to improve the payroll and labor process. The individual should possess excellent financial acumen and strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills that can thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment. In this position, you will handle the review, analyze and verify bi-weekly payroll results for accuracy. This individual will also implement best practices for continuous process improvement and look for opportunities for process re-engineering and automation in the payroll space.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Additional Responsibilities:

• Back up all payroll processing functions needed to support planned and unplanned absences.
• Identify payroll issues and assist with proper adjustments as needed.
• Follow general policies, procedures and practices in compliance with federal, state, local, and company rules and regulations.
• Reconcile payroll wage and tax reporting after each pay period to ensure accurate filing between Workday and ADP.
• Responsible for Q/E and Y/E processing, including the filing of W-2s, addressing any exceptions and errors prior to finalization.
• Oversee state and federally mandated reports to ensure compliance and timely reporting such as 941’s, unemployment, LNI and Paid Family & Medical leave.
• Complete payroll reconciliations and audits in support of month-end, quarter-end and year end activities.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and perform various month-end close tasks.
• Audit relocation expenses and recordation of W2 reportable transactions.
• Assist with the quarterly processing of employee grants and support employee questions about the plan.
• Interpret, apply and ensure compliance with various federal, state and local laws.
• Monitors changes and remain current on legal, regulatory or governmental requirements (e.g., wage and hour, garnishments, tax matters, 401(k) other compliance areas.
• Document standard operating procedures in support of business objectives.
• Coordinate department documentation used for audits and desk procedures.
• Manage and assist with special projects, e.g., system enhancements, payroll upgrades and testing.
• Maintain employee confidence by keeping all HR and payroll information confidential.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of Payroll experience
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel including pivot tables, vlookups)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to a frequently changing work environment, staying flexible based on business needs and deadlines

Desired:

• AA or BS degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• Payroll Certification (CPP)
• Experience using Workday and Costpoint

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

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Benefits

• Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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