Senior Specialist, Payroll (Garnishment)

Solutions driven success.

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

As the Senior Specialist, Payroll (Garnishment) you will provide effective management of the payroll garnishment process for the company. You will ensure compliance with regulations, process and audit all garnishments and resolve legal inquiries. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work, and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

Please note that this position is in scope to transition to the brokered transportation services company that will be created with the planned separation of XPO's North American Transportation business from its less-than-truckload (LTL) business. For more information, please see our public statement.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Interpret and determine action required for all garnishments received. Garnishment types include, but not limited to, child support, spousal support, creditor garnishments, IRS tax levies, state withholding orders, local taxes, Chapter 13 bankruptcies and student loans
• Process e-IWOs
• Responsible for the setup of all new garnishments in data systems, including new vendor setups as needed
• Responsible for making all court ordered changes and in responding to notifications to remain in compliance
• Stay current with federal, multi-state and Canadian regulatory requirements
• Communicate effectively with management, Human Resources, internal departments, employees, attorneys, government agencies, and other third parties
• Support other areas and business needs within the department as required
• Process ServiceNow cases

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• 2 years' experience handling all aspects of garnishments in a large, national company

It'd be great if you also have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years of general payroll experience with a minimum of
• Knowledge of garnishment laws in all 50 states and Canada
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, Oracle, Kronos, and/or SAP payroll systems
• Strong analytical skills, organization skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effectively identify and resolve problems in high stress situations; ability to maintain professional demeanor when dealing with highly emotional and volatile topics
• Solid interpersonal skills; participate in a team environment and build strong working relationships
• Strong communication skills (oral and written); communicate effectively with peers, attorneys, end users, and all levels of corporate management

Be part of something big.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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