Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist

 

Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems, Pedestrian Door Solutions

Join the industry leader in automated door solutions! ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is a global manufacturer committed to creating safe, secure, and efficient entrance systems for people worldwide. We specialize in automated pedestrian, industrial, and high-performance door solutions, operating in over 100 countries.

Why Join ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems?

At ASSA ABLOY, we offer more than a job — we provide an environment for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions. Here’s why our team loves being part of ASSA ABLOY:

1. Comprehensive Benefits

Enjoy competitive pay, robust health insurance options, and retirement plans. Your well-being matters to us, which is why we also offer PTO, holidays, and additional perks like tuition reimbursement and service awards.

2. Meaningful Impact

Your work will directly impact customers in industries such as healthcare, transportation, and retail by delivering sustainable, customized door solutions. Whether you’re solving complex technical challenges or collaborating with contractors, every task helps build safer, more efficient spaces.

3. Career Growth & Development

We invest in you from day one. We provide well-defined career paths with regular performance reviews and opportunities for promotion. Participate in programs designed to develop your leadership skills and prepare you for management roles. Explore different roles within the company to find the best fit for your skills and interests.

The Role:

The Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely processing certified payrolls (with and without prevailing wages), support payroll processing and perform other payroll/benefit related work as required.

This position will report to the Payroll and Benefits Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports and ensure accuracy and compliance with prevailing wage requirements. Assist with process improvement.      
• Support the US/Canada payroll weekly/biweekly entry and reporting
• Audit payroll data regularly to ensure accuracy and integrity
• Ensure compliance with all wage and hour laws, tax regulations, union agreements, and company policies
• Crosstrain within the department to provide backup coverage
• Drive process improvements, automation, and vendor utilization to enhance efficiency
• Partner cross-functionally with HRIS, Accounting, and Operations to streamline data flows
• Provide customer service to employees regarding time and attendance, benefits and payroll questions
• Other general HR/PR functions as needed

                                                                                                                                                             

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources or Business Administration
• 4–7 years of experience in payroll and benefits management
• Knowledge of certified and prevailing wage
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel
• Multi-state and multi-provincial payroll experience required
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now, Payworks, or similar HCM system
• Working knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll tax and employment legislation
• Ability to deal with difficult, sensitive and confidential information

Core Competencies:

• Detail oriented
• Minimal errors in time sensitive workflow
• Excellent organizational, follow-up, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
• Ability to work as a team

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with company matching
• Short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental insura