KAYAK
Technology
Specialist,GlobalPayroll
“Specialist, Global Payroll at KAYAK. Skills: Global payroll, Payroll operations, Compliance. Manage payroll cycles. Ensure accurate salary payments”
Industry & Context.
Analytical approach; Problem-solving approach; Solution-focused approach
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Professional payroll qualification, Hands-on payroll experience, Solid understanding of local regulations, Solid understanding of tax laws, Solid understanding of benefits administration, Proficiency in payroll software, Proficiency in MS Office, Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
Nice to Have
Experience with Workday, Experience with Cloudpay, Experience with ADP
What You'll Do.
Manage payroll cycles
Ensure accurate salary payments
Ensure timely salary payments
Ensure accurate statutory payments
Ensure timely statutory payments
Own day-to-day payroll administration
Validate payroll data
Perform payroll calculations
Prepare payroll inputs
Submit payroll inputs
Review payroll outputs
Validate payroll outputs
Resolve payroll discrepancies
Process payroll elements
Assist with year-end processing
Assist with year-end reporting
Maintain internal controls
Ensure compliance with regulations
Stay current on legislative changes
Stay current on tax law changes
Administer payroll taxes
Reconcile payroll taxes
Support tax return preparation
Support indirect tax compliance
Support payroll setup
Prepare payroll reports
Review payroll reports
Reconcile payroll reports
Provide reporting commentary
Act as point of contact
Respond to employee queries
Handle payroll inquiries
Manage payroll-linked benefits
Own relationships with providers
Ensure service delivery
Ensure provider accuracy
Ensure provider controls
Coordinate employee data updates
Identify process improvement opportunities
Implement process improvements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Finance Team; People team; Other departments
Communication Scope
Professionalism; Efficiency
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