Specialist - Payroll

Job Description

Job Title: Specialist, NA Payroll

We are EA

We entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is fun work. That's why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

EA's CFO organization comprises a broad group of finance disciplines. Our common goal is partnership with business teams delivering strategies and providing our players with amazing experiences. All of our finance teams assist the business in achieving profitable creativity by providing financial insight, reporting and guidance.

We use progressive tools to analyze and visualize data, telling the story of financial drivers, performance, risks and opportunities. We value attributes like collaboration and learning. We celebrate diversity and inclusion by creating a place where you can come to work and be yourself.

Corporate accounting's mission is to create shareholder value through integrity, leadership and business partnership.
Our primary responsibility is to prepare and report the worldwide consolidated financial statements to senior management and to shareholders through press releases and earnings calls. Additional responsibilities include accounting consultation to internal partners, assisting with acquisitions, system improvements and other special projects.

We are looking for Payroll Specialist to join our fast-paced Payroll Team. The EA US Payroll team processes payroll for approximately 4500+ employees spread across multiple states. You will have a flexible and team-oriented outlook and be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll for employees located in multiple states. You will also provide general support for ongoing payroll related queries and audits.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll for US employees using UKG payroll system
• Perform manual calculations for payroll exceptions - New Hires, Terminations, status and rate changes, etc.
• Perform various audits of source documents against system uploads and manual entries
• Apply proper taxation for various visa types - F1, etc.
• Interpret and process government and court issued support orders and wage garnishments
• Ability to create, maintain, and keep organized Payroll Employee records
• Prepare and import data files from outside sources for payroll processing
• Create Ad Hoc reports for external reporting to Business Partners
• Help with special projects as required

Skills and Knowledge
• Strong oral and written communications skills with the ability to work effectively with peers, business partners and employees at all levels
• Good understanding of corporate setup and payroll processing under multiple FEINs
• Analytical skillset that allows for critical thinking for problem solving
• UKG BI Reporting experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under constant processing deadlines
• Maintain data integrity with discretion and confidentiality of sensitive information
• Contribute to overall department efficiencies by identifying and developing solutions
• Demonstrate ability to work independently as well as to work well in a team environment
• Focus on customer service to deliver a superior customer experience
• Ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities and deadlines, strong organizational framework
• Self-motivated, proactive and problem-solving attitude
• High attention to detail, high level of accuracy and results oriented
• Ability to adapt quickly and be effective in new situations
• Good knowledge of payroll processes, systems, and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Good knowledge of the Employment Standards Act and Regulations and Fair Labor Standards Act

Selection Criteria
• Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience
• Understanding of payroll earnings and deductions taxation, pretax and post-tax, and tax-exempt is required
• Experience with UKG Pro Payroll is preferred
• Able to work in a high volume and fast paced environment
• Experience with Workday is a plus

US COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The hourly pay ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the hourly pay range for your specific location.

EA has listed the hourly pay ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

HOURLY PAY RANGES
• California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. Sacramento):
º $29 - $43 USD Hourly
• New York (depending on location e.g. Manhattan vs. Buffalo):
º $25 - $43 USD Hourly
• Jersey City, NJ :
º $36 - $43 USD Hourly
• Colorado (depending on location e.g. Denver vs. Colorado Springs):
º $30 - $41 USD Hourly
• Washington (depending on location e.g. Seattle vs. Spokane):
º $25 - $39 USD Hourly

The hourly rate is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees.

BC COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these locations. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location.

EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

BASE SALARY RANGES
• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria):
º $55,800 - $74,300 CAN Annually

Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ro4qqp-18-222-113-101-42 in your application.