International Payroll Administrator

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Position Overview

As an International Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations for several country payrolls, ranging from 2 to 100 employees. Based out of Invenergy’s headquarters in downtown Chicago, this position will also manage timesheets, consolidate project allocations, and maintain payroll control records. The International Payroll Administrator will report directly to the Director, International Payroll and Payroll Systems.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payrolls for workforce in Asia, Canada and Europe

• Liaise with in-country partners on payroll calculations, employee payments and third- party payments to benefit providers

• Manage time sheet collection and prepare project time allocations

• Prepare training materials and conduct training sessions informing employees and managers of local employment requirements and working hour rules

• Ensure that all local laws and compliance matters are followed.

• Audit monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll and tax reports, filings, and government notifications

• Manage shadow tax payroll processing and review local tax filings for US expats working abroad

• Prepare company registration details for registration of new sites in different states/provinces

• Create and run reports as requested by internal parties (Workers Compensation, Accounting, Asset Management, Plant Manager, etc.).

• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as HR, Accounting, and Treasury

• Demonstrate a high level of responsiveness to inquiries and requests from managers and employees

• Assist with time keeping system implementations

• Develop processes and procedures for the payroll function in accordance with business requirements

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience

• Proven knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures.

• Strong analytical and mathematic skills

• Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly, and annual department driven deadlines.

• Familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to partner with and manage multiple vendors

• Strong coordination and organization skills with attentiveness to deadlines and accuracy

• Experience with time keeping systems a plus

• Experience with expatriate payroll processing a plus

• Bilingual in English and Japanese or English and Spanish a plus

• Experience with Japanese culture or working environments a plus

• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) is a plus

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
 
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
 
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.