• Job Description

  Req#: 5585

  Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

  Under the general supervision of the Payroll Manager this position is responsible for handling a large volume of highly sensitive employee and payroll information, including processing weekly and semi-monthly payroll utilizing ADP Workforce Now and UKG. A key responsibility of this position is to provide payroll services, support and education to all employees.

  Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Compile, input, and process payroll information to produce accurate paychecks for approximately 4,000+ employees. Ensure payroll data input is accurate, complete and entered on-time. Thoroughly review the payroll previews and make the necessary adjustments. Assist field staff with general Kronos (UKG) inquiries.

  2. Research and resolve payroll issues and responds promptly to all payroll related questions from employees. Effectively communicate, uphold and explain payroll policies to employees.

  3. Utilize the ADP Tax site to download quarterly, and annual 941 tax forms and save in designated Payroll folder.

  4. Process dues calculations and health & welfare for Company unions.

  5. Process stop payments, reversals or void payments in ADP.

  6. Print ADP Uncashed Notices and reconcile.

  7. Download iPay Reports. Prepare and distribute all required payroll reports according to the appropriate schedule. Maintain pay data files and coordinate file storage as requested.

  8. Maintain current payroll processing documentation and update as needed.

  9. Process off-cycle payments and manual checks.

  10. Assist with W-2 preparation and provide support in the Year-End process.

  11. Interact closely with Human Resources, Benefits Department and field management to complete the necessary paperwork required for payroll processing.

  12. Assumes responsibilities as assigned by the Payroll Manager.

  Requirements:

  1. 4-6+ years of high-volume payroll processing experience.

  2. Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of ADP (WFN/EV5) required. UKG timekeeping experience preferred.

  3. Extensive exposure to union environments with years of experience maintaining and processing unio payroll along with dues calculation awareness and health & welfare contact.

  4. High attention to detail; highly organized, dependable and committed to helping people. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills are required.

  5. Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and an act with a sense of urgency. Punctuality and good attendance is a must.

  6. Ability to maintain confidentiality, assume responsibility, display initiative and exercise good judgment.

  A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

  Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

  To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

• About the company

  Sims Metal Management Ltd is the leading metals and electronics recycling company in the world.

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