Payroll Specialist

About Us Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes. Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy. LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all. We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition. A home for everyone. Overview Part of the Finance team, you are the driving force behind keeping the business running smoothly. You play a crucial role in balancing the financial health of our organization with strategic decision-making and long-term planning. From managing expenses to budgeting and forecasting, you help ensure financial targets and objectives are met. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills are essential for success. Responsibilities The Payroll Specialist is a key member of the financial shared services team responsible for the processing and management of the US Salaried & Japan In patriates semi‑monthly payroll, serving as back up for Canadian payroll. The successful candidate will interact with a variety of team members from human resources, IT, manufacturing and distribution, finance and other areas and; and act as a backup to the Leader – Payroll, Lixil Americas when needed. The primary responsibilities are to ensure all team members are paid on time and accurately, and that the payrolls comply with all company policies and regulatory matters in this area. Additionally, the successful candidate will assist in developing and driving process improvement. Qualifications Process semi‑monthly payrolls for the US and serve as the backup for Canada. Assist Payroll Leader in managing the timekeeping system (core system and time clocks) to ensure accuracy and completeness for all. Act as key contact for all systems issues and updates; keeping internal IT and Payroll Leader informed. Assist Payroll Leader in reconciling month, quarter, year‑end activities and regulatory reporting. Work closely with HR and provide guidance on the transition of data for payroll processing cycles. Manage and update payroll specific data such as direct deposits, pay cards, state and local taxes for US Salaried and Japan. This position requires monthly travel to our facility in Piscataway, NJ. Hiring Range The Hiring Salary Range for this position is $72,000.00 - $106,000.00 annually. (Salary offer to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.) EEO Statement AS, AMERICA INC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Only at LIXIL’s request preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In such cases, a current and fully executed agreement with LIXIL must be in place. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: AS, AMERICA INC does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to AS, AMERICA INC. or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by AS, AMERICA INC. internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of AS, AMERICA INC. and will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto. #J-18808-Ljbffr