Job Description: Payroll Assistant ManagerCompany: Glovis EV Logistics America LLC
Location: Ellabell, GA (On-site)
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Human Resources Manager
Estimated Compensation: $86,000 - $90,000 per year
Role SummaryThe Payroll Assistant Manager oversees end-to-end multi-shift payroll operations for hourly and salaried personnel at our fast-paced Ellabell facility. Reporting to department leadership, this role ensures timely, accurate payroll execution, maintains strict compliance with federal and Georgia labor laws, manages timekeeping systems, and supervises payroll/HR support staff.
Key Responsibilities- Payroll Processing & Execution. Manage bi-weekly and/or weekly payroll cycles for exempt and non-exempt employees across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, including regular hours, overtime (1.5x), shift differentials, and bonuses.
- Timekeeping & Data Auditing. Audit timecards, attendance records, paid time off (PTO), leaves of absence, and new hire/termination adjustments in HRIS and payroll platforms (ADP Workforce Now).
- Compliance & Tax Reporting. Ensure accurate federal, state, and local tax withholdings, wage garnishments, and 401(k)/benefits deductions while adhering to FLSA and Georgia employment regulations.
- Error Resolution & Employee Support. Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll inquiries, investigate discrepancies, process off-cycle checks, and resolve processing errors promptly.
- Team Leadership & Process Improvement. Directly supervise Human Resources Specialists serving payroll functions, enforce internal audit controls, and streamline payroll workflows to support rapid workforce growth.
- Accounting & Reporting Liaison. Partner with the Accounting & Tax team on month-end payroll accruals, general ledger reconciliations, workers' compensation audits, and headcount/labor cost reporting.
Qualifications & Requirements- Education. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (High School Diploma/GED required with equivalent experience).
- Experience. 6+ years of progressive payroll administration experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role within a high-volume manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics environment.
- Technical Skills. Hands-on proficiency with enterprise HRIS/payroll software (e.g., ADP Workforce Now) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, data auditing).
- Regulatory Knowledge. Thorough understanding of federal and state wage-and-hour laws, multi-shift overtime calculations, and payroll tax compliance.
- Core Competencies. High attention to detail, strict confidentiality, strong analytical problem-solving, and the ability to meet rigid deadlines in a fast-paced startup-style operational setting.
- Certifications (Preferred). Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).
Benefits & Workplace Requirements- Benefits Package. Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan with generous dollar-for-dollar company matching; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; life and disability insurance.
Total RewardsThe job is eligible to participate in GLOVIS EA's outstanding benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) Plan with $1/$1 matching up to plan provisions, as well as generous paid time off.
The estimated base salary range for the Logistic System Specialist is $86,000-$90,000. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that GLOVIS EA reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel.
