Specialist - Payroll

Requisition Number: 184390

Position Title: Associate Analyst, Shared Services

External Description:

Job Title: Payroll Specialist 

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. EA 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 NA Payroll team processes payroll for approximately 8500+ employees spread across US and Canada.  You will have a flexible and team-oriented outlook and be responsible for completing assigned tasks to help processing bi-weekly payroll for employees located in multiple states/ provinces. You will also provide general support for ongoing payroll related queries and audits. 

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Create templates for bi-weekly payroll for NA employees to be loaded into UKG Pro payroll system.
• Perform manual calculations for payroll exceptions - New Hires, Terminations, status changes from non-exempt to exempt, location changes, salary rate changes, etc.
• Perform various audits of source documents against system uploads and manual entries – Pre and post payroll audits.
• Perform visa audit to ensure data integrity between UKG Pro and Workday (HRIS) system.
• Perform wage garnishments recons.
• Prepare and import data files from outside sources for payroll processing.
• Create Ad Hoc reports for external reporting to Business Partners
• Help with payroll related inquiries (payroll Help Desk)
• 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
• Analytical skillset that allows for critical thinking for problem solving
• 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 delivering quality work and raising any concerns in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently as well as to work well in a team environment.
• Focus on customer service to deliver a superior employee experience
• Self-motivated, proactive and problem-solving attitude
• 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

Selection Criteria

• 5-6 years of total experience with minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Understanding of payroll terminology – earnings, deductions taxes, pretax and post-tax deductions, and tax-exempt status etc. is required.
• Experience with UKG Pro Payroll is preferred.
• Experience with Workday is a plus.

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Company Profile:

Electronic Arts Inc. är ett globalt ledande mjukvaruföretag för interaktiv underhållning. EA levererar spel, innehåll och onlinetjänster för internetuppkopplade spelkonsoler, persondatorer, mobiltelefoner och surfplattor.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 36

Can this position be remote?: 0

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Om EA

På Electronic Arts är vårt mål att inspirera världen till att spela. Vi skapar fantastiska nya spelupplevelser för miljontals spelare världen över genom att sammanföra talangfulla människor som kombinerar kreativitet, innovation och passion. Vi vet att vår mångfald är vår styrka. Vi skapar en inkluderande kultur för våra anställda och ger dem möjligheter att lära sig nya saker och vägleda andra anställda så de kan utföra sitt livs viktigaste och mest givande arbete.

Vi sätter våra anställda i första rummet. Vi erbjuder omfattande förmånspaket med fokus på hälsa och välstånd för att möta dina behov och hjälpa dig få en bra balans mellan karriären och privatlivet. Vi erbjuder dynamiska och samarbetsinriktade arbetsmiljöer, möjlighet att samverka via våra resursgrupper och hjälp med ett balanserat liv genom betald ledighet, föräldraledighet, gratis spel och mycket mer!

Electronic Arts är en arbetsgivare med lika möjligheter. Alla anställningsbeslut görs utan hänsyn till ras, färg, ursprung, anor, kön, könsidentitet eller -uttryck, sexuell läggning, ålder, genetisk information, religion, funktionshinder, sjukdomstillstånd, graviditet, civilstånd, familjestatus, veteranstatus eller annan karakteristik som skyddas av lagen. Electronic Arts gör också arbetsplatsen tillgänglig på det sätt som krävs för kvalificerade personer med funktionshinder, enligt gällande lagar.