POSITION:  Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

LOCATION: Mahwah, NJ 

SALARY RECRUITMENT RANGE: $60,000 - $77,000*

This role is not eligible for Visa Support.

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

Reporting to the Reward Manager - Americas, the Payroll & Benefits Coordinator administers payroll and benefits for both the US and Canada and serves as the initial “Point-of-Contact” for all related employee inquiries and administration. Main responsibilities include:

WHAT TO EXPECT:

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organization. Here’s what to expect:

PAYROLL

• Responsible for accurate, timely salary payments for all U.S. and Canadian employees (approximately 500 employees).
• Administer both semi-monthly and monthly payrolls. 
• Set up new hires, changes/transfers/promotions and terminations in payroll system. This includes tax set up in various states, direct deposit and benefit deductions.
• Audit each payroll for accuracy.
• Manage the International Assignee (expatriate) payrolls through third party vendor. Responsible for ensuring the payroll is accurate prior to transmission (i.e. housing allowances, special payments, taxes etc.).
• Work closely with Global Mobility team and external tax consultants. 
• Coordinate with finance to ensure accurate payroll and 401k funding for each pay date.
• Manage year-end payroll processes and close, including employee W2s and T4s
• Prepare mandatory Canadian provincial reports for Pension (Form 7, AIR), EHT (employee health tax reconciliation), Releve 1 (for Quebec PR tax)
• Assist with other payroll-related audits (workers compensation, 401k etc). 

BENEFITS/LEAVES OF ABSENCE (LOA)

• For the U.S. and Canada, answer all benefits-related questions (medical, dental, vision, life/ADD, flexible spending, pension/401k, qualifying events, COBRA, disability/LOA, vacation/sick time, etc.)
• Assist with the education and problem resolution relating to employee benefit issues.
• Conduct new hire orientation. Process benefit enrollments, changes, & terminations for all benefits in both countries.
• Administer U.S. and Canadian pension plans.
• Administer all leaves of absence, including preparation of all paperwork, tracking time, following up with payroll, People Partner and employee’s supervisor re: LOA, Return To Work dates and accommodations (if required).
• Coordinate annual benefit open enrollment in U.S; assist manager in the planning, review and determination of communication strategies regarding benefit changes.
• Assist with benefits-related audits.
• Perform other duties as required.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Work Experience
• At least 3 years of direct payroll and benefits experience
• Experience with ADP essential
• Experience working with outside vendors
• Knowledge of Canada payroll and benefits a plus
• Detail oriented and results driven
• Able to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Schedule: 40 hours/week: Hybrid (M, T, TH office days and W & F choice days)

SO WHY US?

As a people-first company, working at JLR means opportunity, teamwork, and growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job.

• Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded company
• Global Bonus Program based on company performance
• You are never just a number. We take pride in taking care of our employees doing everything we can to make sure that our teammates thrive both in and out of the office.
• Our employees receive a generous time off policy
• Job Assigned Vehicle
• Employees also receive generous health care and retirement plans   
• Maternity/Paternity Leave   
• And more!

*Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized components, including location, skills, experience, and market factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus in addition to a full range of medical/health, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick/personal, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position”.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, and training.

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