Ascend Elements is revolutionizing the production of lithium-ion battery materials by establishing a clean and sustainable supply chain using recycled feedstock. Its patented Hydro-to-Cathode™ technology directly synthesizes new cathode materials from spent lithium-ion cells more efficiently than traditional methods, resulting in reduced cost, improved performance, and lowered GHG emissions. The results are lower cost, better performance batteries with fewer discarded in landfill, a cleaner manufacturing process, and a truly sustainable closed-loop circular battery economy. Ascend Elements is taking the lithium-ion battery industry to a higher level.

The Payroll specialist will be part of the HR/Finance team. The Payroll specialist will work with the Payroll Manager on all aspects of Payroll.

• Provide assistance and back up to the Payroll Manager to include payroll processing, running, and auditing weekly reports, and entering maintenance.
• Runs ad hoc reports for various departments and business needs.
• Updates payroll and benefit records during each payroll cycle with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Answers frequently asked questions from employees relative to standard policies, benefits, payroll, etc.; refers more complex questions to HR management team.
• This position will manage,coordinate and process all leave of absence programs.
• Maintains and updates documentation, and databases, ensures proper recording, approval and disposition of all documents received in accordance with established policies and procedural guidelines.
• Establishes, organizes, and maintains files for all employees ensuring that all files are accurate, current, and complete.
• Maintains data integrity and confidentiality of employee files and records and follows all processing procedures, adheres to policies. .
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits open enrollment, wellness programs, and training for managers and associates.
• Collates and verifies data and inputs into the payroll system.
• Auditing of payroll and benefits reports and maintaining monthly invoices.
• May assist department in conducting routine audits to ensure accuracy of HRIS.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree preferred, plus a minimum of 4 years of HR and Payroll experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with HRIS software including the developing of reports, preferably ADP WorkforceNow.
• Knowledge of human resources concepts, practices, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all employees.
• Must be a team player willing to assist in all HR areas or tasks.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to analyze, develop, establish, and maintain efficient office workflow and administrative processes.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel.
• Math aptitude for calculating accurate compensation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Attention to detail a must