Special Metals is the world leader in the invention, production and supply of high-nickel alloys for critical applications. Special Metals has over a century of expertise creating high-performance alloy products engineered for the most brutal, mission-critical services in the industry. With its focus on research and technology, Special Metals has invented and developed a large majority of the commercial nickel-based superalloys offered in the market today and is the one of the largest volume suppliers of nickel superalloys. Special Metals's time-tested nickel alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high temperature and corrosion resistance, toughness and strength for the most demanding applications. Special Metals does more than just invent, develop and make high-performance alloys. Special Metals provides comprehensive metallurgical solutions in the toughest environments and helps customers manage, maintain and optimize the use of premium metals through a range of mission-critical, value-added services. Job Summary: This position is a member of the SMC Division Compensation & Benefits team. This position is responsible for ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time. Payroll team is responsible for the preparation and processing of 13 weekly, biweekly and semi-monthly payrolls for over 1,800 employees on the ADP / ProBusiness payroll platform. In addition to the day-to day payroll processing this position evaluates current systems, and recommends and develops operating efficiency improvements. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Calculate gross and net pay amounts (eg, salary, wages, overtime, differentials, bonuses, deferred compensation, benefits, tax withholdings, deductions, payroll liabilities, etc.). Coordinate the proper flow of employee data (ie new hires, transfers, rate changes, terminations, etc.) between human resources and payroll. Maintain employee records; ensure that employee changes are entered correctly and made on a timely basis; reviewing changes for proper authorization. Manage direct deposits and W-4 information. Execute time and attendance processing and interface with payroll. Reconcile payrolls prior to transmission. Transmit payrolls to an outside vendor for processing. Provide support to the Finance Department including month-end journals and preparation/distribution of detailed reporting integrating to the financial system. Develop in depth understanding of payroll database to be able to create ad-hoc reports on demand. Understanding of proper taxation of employer paid benefits. Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance. Generate third party payments. Perform compliance for unclaimed property payroll checks. Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (ie W-2, W-2c, etc.). Assist employees in registering for or resetting access to online pay stubs. Support all internal and external audits related to payroll. Assist with payroll SOX compliance. Monitor and manage payroll legislation compliance. Answer questions from employees and supervisors regarding payroll matters. Process employee verification of employment requests. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required. Certified Payroll Professional designation preferred. Five plus years of Payroll / Accounting experience. In-depth knowledge of SOX compliance. Advanced knowledge of payroll best practices. Required Skills: Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to meet all deadlines. Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations. Excellent PC skills including proficiency in Excel and payroll software. Strong mathematical skills. Strong work ethic and team player. High degree of professionalism. Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills. Ability to communicate with various levels of management. Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under US export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful application must be a US Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work. The US export control regulations define a US person as a US Citizen, US National, US Permanent Resident (ie 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Political Asylees and Refugees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.