Payroll Manager

Company Overview
KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division
KLA is well known for its high-performing business model which routinely produces significant profit margins and revenue. Key to supporting KLA business is the finance team that partners with corporate and global business organizations to provide expertise and guidance for developing and executing sound business models and practices. The Finance organization consists of operations and corporate finance teams. The operations finance team influences business decisions by gathering the best available operations information, distilling it and making recommendations to our management team on the best course of action. The corporate team provides a broad range of services, such as financial planning, corporate accounting, tax, industry analysis and benchmarking, internal audits, SEC reporting and merger and acquisition support.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
The Payroll Manager role will lead all aspects of Israel payroll for 1,500+ employees across both sites – Yavne and Migdal HaEmek.

• This is a hybrid role that requires regular presence at both locations, and the ability to work closely with teams on-site in Yavne and Migdal HaEmek.

In this role you will:

• Ensure accuracy, compliance and service goals are consistently met.
• Develop and supervise day-to-day work of 3 payroll staff, including providing direction for tasks, coordinating priorities and resources, and providing mentorship on performance and development opportunities.
• Identify and implement payroll process improvements and best practices.
• Reconcile and maintain payroll records; Audit payroll data changes to ensure validity and accuracy of approved transactions.
• Review payroll journal entries, perform GL mapping, perform payroll related account analysis and reconcile payroll related general ledger accounts monthly.
• Leads preparation of relevant reports.
• Support external audit requests and other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Accountant
• Proficiency in Hilan
• 10+ years of payroll experience, with at least 5 years in managerial role
• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
• Familiarity with Workday and SAP - advantage

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
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