Sr Payroll Administrator

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to an outsourced third-party payroll processor to ensure accurate and timely payments for 20,000 employees.
• Act as a relationship manager for cross-functional teams including Payroll Services, Customer Service, Tax Filing, and Garnishment.
• Analyze, audit, and validate control totals from timekeeping solutions for payroll processing.
• Prepare and upload necessary pay components to support weekly, biweekly, and monthly processing cycles.
• Escalate and resolve complex timekeeping and attendance issues.
• Monitor and respond to inquiries via the shared Payroll inbox and ticketing management system.
• Generate and distribute standard and ad hoc payroll reports to track labor costs for finance and operational departments.
• Assist in payroll and timekeeping audits by providing necessary documentation.

Requirements

• 2+ years of payroll experience with strong knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with Workday Time Tracking, Absence, and Payroll.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching options.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
• Paid parental leave and family/medical leaves of absence.
• Educational assistance programs and flexible spending accounts.

About the Company

Baxter is a global healthcare leader dedicated to a mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation, redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact on patients around the world. We foster a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration where every individual is empowered to make a meaningful impact.