Payroll Processor

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Payroll Processor

Aliso Viejo

CA

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you're invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

The Payroll Processor (Expatriate Payroll) is responsible for coordinating and processing payroll activities for expatriate employees across multiple countries. This role ensures accurate calculations of international compensation packages, tax equalization, mobility allowances, and compliance with global payroll regulations. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience working with cross border compensation and vendor partners.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Process expatriate payroll cycles accurately and timely for assigned countries.
• Calculate complex expatriate compensation components, including:

o Cost of living allowances (COLA)

o Housing allowances

o Hardship premiums

o Tax equalization and hypothetical tax

• Coordinate with in country payroll vendors to validate payroll inputs and outputs.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with local payroll legislation, company policies, and global mobility tax requirements.
• Prepare and review payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Maintain accurate records for compensation, benefits, and international assignment details.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with HR, Global Mobility, Tax, and Finance teams to support expatriate assignments.
• Partner with external tax advisors to ensure proper reporting and taxation.
• Communicate with expatriate employees regarding compensation questions, payroll inquiries, and assignment-related pay items.

Basic Job Requirements

• 5-8 years of payroll processing experience, with at least 1-2 years in expatriate or global payroll.
• Strong understanding of:

o International compensation structures

o Tax equalization concepts

• Proficiency in payroll systems (Workday, SAP, ADP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work with complex data sets.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.

Other Job Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with global mobility programs or international assignments
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification

Key Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Problem-solving mindset
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Ability to work with multiple time zones and cross-functional teams

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $51,000.00 - $94,000.00

Job Req. ID: 4716