Payroll and HR Specialist

Global Net Lease - Newport, RI

Full-time - Mid Level

Newport, RI

About the position

The Payroll and HR Specialist at Global Net Lease Inc. is responsible for processing payroll bi-weekly for multiple US and overseas locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. This role involves overseeing expatriate payroll operations, managing payroll documentation, and collaborating with the Human Resource and Finance teams to address payroll-related issues. The specialist will also support HR payroll systems and produce necessary reports to facilitate effective operations.

Responsibilities

• Processes payroll bi-weekly for multiple US and overseas locations using payroll software.
• Ensures bi-weekly payroll is processed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Oversees and processes all expatriate payroll operations, including tax estimations.
• Reviews payroll documentation for accuracy through audit reports and makes necessary adjustments.
• Obtains necessary approvals for payroll changes.
• Creates and automates payroll and management reports.
• Works closely with the Human Resource Team and Finance & Accounting on payroll-related issues.
• Reviews and computes wages and corrects errors to ensure accuracy of earnings.
• Ensures all changes to payroll are processed correctly.
• Collaborates with the Human Resource Manager to ensure accurate benefit deductions and record keeping.
• Supports and maintains the company's HR payroll systems.
• Provides authorized parties with copies of fund investment documentation.
• Ensures compliance with fund documentation, statutory regulations, and company policies.
• Processes investor transactions in line with fund documentation and regulations.
• Processes cash movements associated with investor activity.
• Maintains complete and organized records of the fund.
• Produces internal operational reports to assist in team operations.
• Manages, coordinates, and processes corporate client equity plan events on Shareworks.
• Produces financial and administrative reports from Shareworks as required.
• Reviews and resolves issues identified by system monitoring tools.
• Tracks open issues and escalates where appropriate.
• Supports team members with day-to-day activities.
• Maintains and expands knowledge of Shareworks.
• Prepares for upcoming Vesting Events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
• Three to five years of related experience required.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now required.
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information thoughtfully.
• Analytical ability to develop and implement process improvements.
• Able to work well with senior executives and management team.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Shareworks preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Base and bonus compensation structure.
• Full benefits package.