Job Description

The Time and Attendance Administrator supports the day-to-day administration of the organization’s timecard and time and attendance system to help ensure accurate, timely, and policy-compliant time entry and approvals. This role provides user support, assists with issue resolution, maintains system data and configuration, and coordinates with Payroll, Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, and Operations. The Time and Attendance Administrator also supports reporting, training, and process consistency across the organization.

What You Will Do:

• Support the day-to-day administration of the organization’s timecard and time and attendance system.
• Maintain system data and configuration elements, including hour types, labor categories, projects/cost centers, approval workflows, calendars, and user access, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Review time entry and approval activity to help monitor compliance with deadlines, internal controls, and established timekeeping requirements.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees and approvers regarding timecard entry, corrections, exceptions, and workflow status.
• Troubleshoot routine timecard issues and coordinate escalation of more complex system or integration issues, as needed.
• Run validation checks and exception reports, follow up on discrepancies, and assist in ensuring corrections are completed before payroll and billing deadlines.
• Process or support retroactive adjustments and maintain related documentation in accordance with policy.
• Assist in developing user guides, training materials, and communications related to system use, key dates, and policy reminders.
• Support recurring and ad-hoc reporting needs for Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, and operational stakeholders.
• Assist with system updates, testing activities, and process improvements under the guidance of the Time and Attendance Manager.

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Relevant experience supporting timecard, time and attendance, payroll, HRIS, or workforce management processes.
• Experience providing user support, resolving routine system issues, and working with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience with data entry, reporting, reconciliation, or administrative support in a systems-based environment.
• Experience assisting with training materials, user documentation, or process communications is preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll and/or billing cycles is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of timekeeping, time and attendance, or workforce administration processes.
• Ability to follow and apply organizational policies, procedures, and approval requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and support timely resolution.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with employees, managers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency in reporting, validation, and exception tracking related to timecard administration.
• Strong commitment to ethical business practices per relevant corporate policies.
• Ability to learn and apply the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships:

This role will report to the Time and Attendance Manager and will work closely with Payroll, Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, Operations, and Project Accounting. This role does not typically have direct reports and serves as an administrative and operational support resource for employees, approvers, and internal stakeholders.

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

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Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs