Payroll Specialist Iii

Inside the Role Prepares, documents and disburses payroll checks, payroll taxes and employee benefit payments. Evaluates current systems, and recommends and develops operating efficiency improvements. Monitors and ensures proper documentation of employee benefit payments. Prepares reports illustrating payroll expenditures, including such items as tax payments and benefit plan disbursements. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team What You Drive at DTNA · Prepares, documents and disburses payroll checks, payroll taxes and employee benefit payments · Evaluates current systems, and recommends and develops operating efficiency improvements · Monitors and ensures proper execution and documentation of employee benefit payments · Ownership of payroll and tax compliance activities, including partnering with accounting and other business partners · Prepare reports illustrating payroll expenditures and reconcile key information, including such items as tax payments and benefit plan disbursements · Aligning with local and remote business partners regarding payroll, tax, system implementations, and other relevant topics · Providing support, ongoing training, and mentorship to payroll staff · An attached resume is required Knowledge You Should Bring · Bachelors Degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree, is required · Advanced experience with Workday, ADP, or other HRIS and/or payroll systems · Familiarity with HR topics and procedures, and payroll fundamentals · Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to identify key details and big picture trends · Demonstrated ability to coach, train and enable others; communicate complex concepts in practical business language; build reusable methods and standards to ensure continuity · Eye for continuous improvement, with demonstrated track record of process enhancement and customer service Exceptional Candidates Might Have · Advanced working knowledge of payroll and compliance topics · Commitment to exploring AI tools and technologies to improve productivity, efficiency, and business outcomes Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration. At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.