Sr. HR Payroll Specialist

As a global leader in Stainless Steel, we're seeking a dynamic Senior HR Payroll Specialist and be part of our team in Calvert, North Mobile County, Alabama. (This position works 3 days on-site).

Objective: Ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll and related activities for U.S. based employees. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations, supporting employee financial well-being and ensuring data integrity across payroll, timekeeping, and benefits systems. Also serves as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure seamless payroll operations and reporting.

Outokumpu is the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. We employ some 9,000 professionals in more than 30 countries who set the gold standard for innovation. The Americas is headquartered in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama; home to one of the most technically advanced integrated stainless-steel mill in the United States. The Americas’ footprint also expands to San Luis Potosi, Mexico, which is the only stainless steel cold rolling mill plus service center in the country. Additionally, Outokumpu business area Americas has a commercial office in Brazil.

Job qualifications and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or accounting/finance, desired.
• >5 years proven experience with payroll processes bi-weekly, semi-monthly and off-cycle payrolls in Dayforce, including wages, bonuses, and adjustments.
• Experience with Dayforce, PeopleDrive and other HRIS platforms.
• Proficiency in the use of Dayforce timekeeping system.
• Labor law knowledge and experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft programs for Data Analysis and Power BI Dashboards.
• Strong ability to maintain confidence in the course of work.
• Ability to work with external and internal auditors.

Competencies and skills:

• Ability to pay attention to detail and perform tasks accurately.
• Adaptabilty/flexibility 
• Result focus and sense or urgency
• Communication 
• Customer service 
• Decisiveness

Some responsibilities are:

Payroll Processing & Compliance:

• Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly and off-cycle payrolls in Dayforce, including wages, bonuses, and adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, FMLA, and other applicable federal and state labor laws.
• Advise HR Business Partners and managers on payroll-related regulatory requirements.

Time & Attendance Management:

• Monitor and validate daily time and attendance data for non-exempt employees.
• Generate reports for Time and Attendance dashboards.
• Address and resolve timekeeping discrepancies in a timely manner.

Benefits & Recordkeeping:

• Maintain accurate records for 401(k) and Deferred Compensation Plans.
• Ensure timely funding of 401(k) contributions and coordinate with plan administrators.
• Communicate FMLA and Short-Term Disability (STD) approvals to managers and HRBPs promptly.

Auditing & Reporting:

• Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy across payroll and HR systems.
• Provide payroll cost data to accounting for each payroll cycle.
• Run specialized payroll reports and perform ad hoc analysis as needed.

Employee Support:

• Serve as the first point of contact for payroll and timekeeping inquiries.
• Deliver high-quality service to employees, ensuring confidentiality and professionalism.

Physical requirements:

• Perform repetitive movements when using computer equipment, including keyboard and mouse.
• Remain sitting for prolonged periods (6-8 hours) with the possibility of alternating with standing.
• Frequent reaching and manipulating objects with hands and arms.
• Walk frequently within the office and plant, go up and down stairs, stoop or bow as necessary.
• Review documents in digital and physical format with a high level of visual precision.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 20 kg occasionally.
• Maintain flexibility and ability to shift between different tasks and locations within the plant and office.

Salary range: USD.99,400-121,400 

What we offer:

•           Competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options.

•           Time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave.

•           Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on your professional and personal priorities.

•           Retirement plan and company matching

•           Employee Assistance Program.

•           Relocation assistance may be offered.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-281-3631 or email humanresources.sl-usa@outokumpu.com.