Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

This position is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely and complete processing of payroll for a multi-state, multi-company organization in the U.S. and Canada. As a member of this team the Payroll Associate II will ensure proper audits and controls are maintained, provide timely and accurate financial information and support company operations by providing superior customer service.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform daily payroll department functions utilizing established operating procedures.
• Follow prescribed auditing procedures to ensure all transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Validate accuracy of payroll through extensive pre & post transmission audit procedures.
• Establish & maintain multi-jurisdictional taxing profiles in accordance with Federal, State and Local statutes.
• Assist associates with direct deposit accounts.
• Audit associate timecards
• Provide payroll data for 401K & FSA wire transfers.
• Validate associate health and welfare benefit deductions..
• Canada Payroll management

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Associates degree in a business field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years payroll/accounting experience in the U.S. and Canada with a focus on internal controls.
• Excellent computer and analytical skills including advanced Microsoft Excel for preparation of moderately complex spreadsheets.
• Good organizational skills, excellent customer service, problem solving, communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment while affecting change.
• Attention to detail and exposure to Workday or similar HR/Payroll systems.
• Possess an understanding of multi-state/multi-provincial payroll rules and regulations including taxes.

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Regular Associate Benefits:

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.

Learn more about our Benefits

Temporary associate benefits will be communicated separately.

Flexible Work Schedule:

New Balance is committed to creating a culture that allows our associates to do their best work. Our corporate work-from-home policy does not mandate an arbitrary number of days in-office. Instead, we’ve designed a flexible hybrid model that empowers individual teams by letting the type of work dictate where it will most effectively be performed. We are capitalizing on this unique opportunity to evolve how we work based on efficiency, productivity, and the well-being of our associates.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.