Payroll Administrator

Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
MetLife is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our US Payroll Operations team. This virtual team is responsible for semimonthly and weekly payroll processing. The team is also responsible for payroll accounting, partnering with the Tax and Legal departments to ensure compliance, and risk mitigation through standardized processes and controls. If you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented, professional environment focused on personal accountability and development, this position may be for you!
The Opportunity
We are seeking a detail-orientated and experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team and ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. The Payroll Administrator is responsible for a wide variety of tasks related to payroll processing activities including performing complex calculations, responding to payroll related inquiries in a professional manner, and transactional data entry. This role also ensures compliance with company policies, labor laws and regulations.
Success in this role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies. The role requires a commitment to handling sensitive employee information with discretion and understanding of ethical payroll practices and data privacy laws. You'll collaborate closely with employees, the HR community and information technology support in an environment where every contribution is respected, and every perspective is heard.
How You'll Help Us Build a Confident Future (Key Responsibilities)

• Investigate and resolve questions and problems on a timely basis
• Process semimonthly and weekly payrolls
• Ensure adherence with internal policies and procedures and external regulations
• Assist in annual equity, bonus and year-end tasks

What You Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)

• 3+ years of relevant in-house payroll experience, preferably using Oracle HCM
• Proficiency with Excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to participate in high performing, collaborative virtual teams
• Demonstrated understanding of complex payroll related regulations and practices
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and multitask efficiently
• Strong customer service orientation

What Can Give You an Edge (Additional Skills)

• FCP or CPP Certification
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business or related field preferred
• Flexible and adaptable in changing business environment

The salary range for applicants for this position is $24.04 - $32.74 an hour.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2024 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, as well as the 2024 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$24.04 - $32.74 an hour