Payroll Processor

Payroll ProcessorThe Payroll Team will be responsible for all aspects of processing North America Payroll. They will report to the Senior Payroll Manager and be based in one of our main processing locations. This individual will be responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of a large and complex 80,000+ employee payroll.

Additional responsibilities will include maintaining and updating team procedures and training. The best candidate will be a subject matter expert in North American payroll processing. Global payroll is a major plus.

There is an expectation that the payroll processor will make critical and timely decisions to ensure payroll is compliant and employee concerns prioritized.Tesla's Payroll team facilitates better, faster, and more informed decision-making across the business. Business intelligence and analytics are a skillset, toolset, and mindset we use to achieve this goal. We strive for 100% payroll accuracy and timeliness on behalf of our employees and the company.ResponsibilitiesProcess payroll for 80,000+ salaried and hourly employees ensuring the accuracy of data entry and coordinating timely paymentsData audit to ensure accuracy and compliance of employee payReconcile wages and hours.

Calculate and update timecards as neededMonitor timely receipt of required employee documentsMaintain system data including, new hire, timekeeping, direct deposit, benefits, terminations, garnishments, etc.Calculate and process off-cycle manual checksProcess leaves of absence and terminations according to state lawsRequirementsBachelor's Degree, or equivalent experienceFPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) preferred2+ years payroll processing experience in a US multi-state environment requiredCanada payroll processing experience preferredAbility to develop and document payroll processes and proceduresProblem-solving, accuracy, and issue resolution requiredKnowledge of payroll and timekeeping systems required, UKG (UltiPro) system preferredCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program