Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Form Energy is hiring a Lead Payroll Analyst to support our Payroll Team with system optimization, strategic reporting, data analysis and audits, while providing backup support for payroll processing and lifecycle events. This role reports into our Manager, People Operations on the HR Systems & Benefits team, and partners with other Payroll and Systems Specialists to increase efficiency, identify and reduce roadblocks, and automate employee lifecycle activities.
As part of our HR Systems & Benefits team, you will be involved in integration optimization, time & attendance management, process enhancement, system implementations, and continuing to build our Payroll bench, in partnership with all HR teams, supporting a growing factory workforce. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
This is a hybrid role, which will require working onsite from our Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV at least 3 days per week. Relocation assistance is available.
Optimize the end-to-end payroll process for all employees, including calculating wages, overtime, differentials, complex time & attendance schedules, and variable pay. May include performing payroll administration tasks as needed.
Lead the relationship with Payroll Vendor (APD) to maximize system capabilities as well as the internal coordination of HR and Finance departments to ensure seamless data integration. Drive system upgrade projects as needed.
Gather and analyze payroll data to improve processes, improve efficiency, minimize risk, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Create reports and dashboards that communicate trends and support data-driven recommendations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for providing guidance and solutions to manage evolving work schedules effectively.
Assist with payroll tax reporting and year end processing, including W-2s
Participate in system enhancement projects, including but not limited to: platform upgrades, file feed review, HRIS/ADP integrations
8+ years of experience in payroll processing or HR administration
Experience with ADP required
Demonstrated experience in attention to detail, timely and clear written and verbal communication, understanding payroll timelines, roles and responsibilities
Ability to be onsite in Weirton, WV at minimum 3 days a week, schedule may occasionally vary depending on necessity to support the workforce
Excellent communication and organizational skills
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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.