Timekeeping AnalystAbout the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented Timekeeping Analyst to support critical payroll and timekeeping operations at our Boron site. This role plays a key part in ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in full compliance with collective bargaining agreements, company policies, and California wage and hour laws.
Working in a highly regulated environment, the Timekeeping Analyst partners closely with Human Resources, Payroll Shared Services, Finance, IT, and front-line leaders to execute timekeeping processes with precision and consistency.
Key Responsibilities- Administer end-to-end timekeeping processes, including entering, reviewing, correcting, and submitting employee time data in accordance with established rules and payroll schedules
- Maintain employee schedules including testing configurations to ensure accurate pay outcomes
- Monitor timekeeping exceptions and payroll cutoffs, ensuring all corrections are completed within required deadlines
- Investigate and resolve routine pay and time discrepancies; escalate complex issues to HR or Payroll as needed
- Conduct regular audits (overtime, premiums, meal periods, and exception reporting) to identify errors, trends, or compliance gaps
- Prepare and distribute standard reports & KPIs (labor, overtime, exceptions) to key stakeholders
- Provide guidance and training to supervisors and employees on timecard entry, approvals, and scheduling practices
- Support HR operations by providing backup coverage for HR Coordinator responsibilities as needed
This role ensures payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee confidence in pay, while minimizing risk and supporting seamless operations.
Qualifications- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in timekeeping, payroll, or a related area
Required Skills & Experience- Working knowledge of timekeeping processes and California wage and hour laws (including overtime, double time, and meal period premiums)
- Experience with timekeeping and payroll systems (e.g., Kronos, SAP)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and review
- Ability to follow established processes and apply rules consistently
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and escalate when appropriate
What we offerWe are committed to providing our employees with a generous benefits package. Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking, your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress, we provide:
- A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
- Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
- Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
- Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
- Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares.
- Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
- A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)
- Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
- Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.
- Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals
Where you will be workingRio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world's demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.
