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Payroll Specialist

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Solenis

Solenis

1,001-5,000 employees

Specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries

Industrial & Manufacturing
Consulting
Energy

Mid

Wilmington, DE, USA

Hybrid position requiring 3 days in the Wilmington headquarters.

Category
Payroll Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of experience processing payroll in the US
  • Ideally experience processing payroll in Canada as well
  • Strong understanding of US payroll processes and regulations including understanding of HR system database design, structure, functions and processes, and experience with database tools.
  • Experience and knowledge in WorkDay payroll and Kronos time management systems would be highly desirable
  • Strong computer skills, e.g. MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
  • Strong organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments/projects, timelines and to identify project interdependencies, resource needs, potential risks/pitfalls and mitigation plans.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and confidentiality in handling information and issues that arise while staying within defined policies and practices.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Under the direction of the payroll manager administer the payroll process biweekly. Duties include but are not limited to importing, proofing, editing, processing and transmitting all payroll wages, deductions, reimbursements, bonuses, commissions and manual payments consistent with federal, state and provincial wage and hour laws.
  • Serve as subject matter expert for escalated employee issues related to the areas of payroll, taxes, and time and attendance system input. Understand all aspects of US and Canadian payroll laws and regulations.
  • Processes employee data changes as needed for payroll processing purposes. Processes employee time & attendance data from the Kronos system to payroll and reconcile variances utilizing tools in the Time and Payroll systems.
  • Serves as a 'super user' of Time & Payroll systems and tools in order to identify best practices, assesses functionality and system requirements, and recommends process improvements as applicable. Ensures data integrity for all HR processes and programs.
  • Works with the global payroll team to identify and recommend plans, improvements, enhancements, and new applications to the payroll systems and processes. Collaborates with functional and technical staff to coordinate application of changes and responsible for documenting processes and results.
  • Recommends process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy that must be approved by appropriate leadership prior to implementation. Can serve as a liaison with third parties, vendors, and other stakeholders.
  • Supports and/or leads special projects as directed. Conducts ad hoc analyses as applicable. Provides surge support for critical HR initiatives as needed.
  • Administration of Canadian Benefits: facilitate new hire enrollment, termination processing and annual rate changes. Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions and changes.
  • Serves as a partner with various unions to ensure dues remittance and reconciliation.

Solenis produces specialty chemicals for industries that use a lot of water, such as pulp and paper, oil and gas, and mining. Their products help these industries manage water treatment and improve their processes. Solenis offers customized chemical solutions and services, including performance monitoring and consulting, to tackle specific challenges faced by their clients. After merging with Diversey, they expanded their offerings to include cleaning and hygiene solutions. What sets Solenis apart from competitors is their focus on sustainability, helping clients reduce their environmental impact while maintaining efficiency and meeting regulations. The main goal of Solenis is to support industrial operations in achieving both operational efficiency and sustainability.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Wilmington, Delaware

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The potential IPO in 2025 could provide significant capital for further expansion and innovation.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with HEIDELBERG and PhaBuilder, position Solenis at the forefront of sustainable packaging solutions.
  • Recent acquisitions like Aqua ChemPacs and Lilleborg enhance Solenis' Diversey portfolio, offering new growth opportunities in eco-friendly and cleaning solutions.

What critics are saying

  • The chemical sector's historical struggles with IPOs could pose financial risks if Solenis goes public.
  • Integrating multiple acquisitions and partnerships may present operational challenges and strain resources.

What makes Solenis unique

  • Solenis' focus on water-intensive industries and tailored chemical solutions sets it apart from competitors who may offer more generalized chemical products.
  • The merger with Diversey has significantly broadened Solenis' product and service portfolio, enhancing its market reach and capabilities.
  • Solenis' commitment to sustainability and environmental compliance provides a competitive edge in industries increasingly focused on reducing their environmental footprint.