Payroll Administrator

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities

What We’re Looking For:

Iridium is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our accounting team. As a Payroll Administrator, you will assist with the overall financial support of the organization. In this role, you will focus primarily on responsibilities related to supporting payroll and accounts payable.  You will thrive in this role if you are familiar with payroll practices and procedures, and the expense reimbursement process as well as the ability to manage and prioritize a variety of tasks.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with employees on timesheet-related matters
• Run timesheet reports in response to requests from HR, Legal, Tax and others
• Assist with employee maintenance in the timekeeping system
• Work closely with Financial Systems team on any timekeeping system issues
• Collect and prepare payroll information for entry to payroll system.
• Validate employee changes and new hire information in ADP
• Run ADP reports in preparation for payoll entry and in response to requests
• Contact state tax agencies regarding state withholding issues
• Perform research on any new payroll issues
• Compile and analyze financial information within Excel spreadsheets
• Compile payroll information for audit and/or SOX requests
• Process expense reimbursement requests using Concur and in compliance with Iridium’s Travel Policy
• Maintain understanding of compliance with GAAP, SOX controls and the Company’s policies and procedures
• Participate in the establishment of efficient work processes and corresponding desktop procedures

Experience & Education Requirements / EEO

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Intermediate Excel and Word skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information and ideas to others
• Have confidence and be able to easily build meaningful relationships with your manager and members of your team
• Must be able to prioritize your tasks, be self-aware enough to identify and correct mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when needed
• Be active in seeking out ways to improve yourself and gain new knowledge, and be enthusiastic in sharing knowledge with others
• Take the initiative to look for opportunities to add value through innovative solutions

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• ADP experience
• ADP report configuration
• Concur experience
• Experience with timekeeping systems
• Familiarity with Dynamics GP

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.