Specialist, Payroll

The Payroll Specialist uses specialized knowledge to perform activities related to timely and accurately prepare, process, audit and reconcile multi-site, multi cycled, multi-currency domestic and international $1B payroll for over 40,000 employees. Partners with internal and external customers to resolve wages, deductions and banking inquiries and variances. Works closely with Paymasters, HR and Management to implement and ensure compliance to company's and department's strategies and vision.

Essential Functions:

• Process payroll, adjustments, deductions, and reconciliations, amending any inefficiencies or inaccuracies that crop up during the payroll audit while conducting the payroll process. Performs daily payroll operations including the review of department time records, appropriate tax calculations, appropriate execution of payroll interfaces, payroll closing and cost allocation process, year-end payment bonuses, RSUs, or tax forms and the payment of benefits distributions process.

• Work closely with other departments Managers and collaborates with HR and Shipboard Paymasters to implement and enforce compensation initiatives in support of company strategies and in compliance with governing regulations.

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of upstream and downstream processes in all payroll related processes while performing continuous analysis in order to recommend solutions

• that improve, streamline and optimize compensation.

• Prepare and declare withholdings and deductions including garnishments. Analyzing payroll variances and validating final reports to ensure accuracy.

• Produces checks or electronic transfers and works closely with other departments, banking institutions and or payments processor towards accurate and timely payment remittance. Also reviews and resolve banking /electronic payment inquiries (pay cards, ACH, foreign wires).

• Research wage inquiries/disputes and coordinate resolution with other departments as needed.

• Support/Facilitate internal and external payroll audits and complies with rules that govern pay calculations, retention policy and pay cost allocation.

• Ensure appropriate record keeping in compliance with record keeping policies and governing regulations.

• Inspect automated systems output and conduct regular data updates and maintenance by collaborating closely with seniors, HR, HRIS and Payroll management.

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Scope: Partner with Shipboard personnel; Collaborate with both Shoreside and Shipboard

• Problem-solving: Partners with internal and external customers to resolve wages, deductions and banking inquiries and variances.

• Impact: Process payroll, adjustments, deductions, and reconciliations, amending any inefficiencies or inaccuracies that crop up during the payroll audit while conducting the payroll process.

For all roles:

• Knowledge: Understanding of workplace policies and procedures / Familiarity with team collaboration tools and techniques.

• Skills:  Strong time management and organizational skills

• Abilities: Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance / Capacity to be punctual and meet deadlines / Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work as part of a team / Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions and tasks.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred

• A CPP or related certification, preferred

• Must be an analytical thinker and have strong math skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel and Access preferred)

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines under minimal supervision / Problem solving / Analytical thinking

• Minimum 2 years of related work experience 

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Good customer service skills Math/accounting aptitude

• Leadership experience, preferred

• Experience with Lawson, Kronos and/or Dayforce application, preferred

• Experience working with large data sets, preferred

Travel: Less than 25% non-shipboard travel likely

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Physical Demands:Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

This position is classified as “in-office.”  As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Fridays.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area. 

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.   

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including: 

• Health Benefits: 

  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans 
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources 
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage  
• Financial Benefits: 
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match 
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan 
• Paid Time Off 
  • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.  
  • Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure. 
  • Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.   
• Other Benefits 
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends 
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement  
  • On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus 

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