Payroll Specialist II

HUB International•Miami, FL

6d•$30 - $33

About The Position

HUB International is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Payroll Specialist II to provide managed payroll services to multiple clients. The position oversees, prepares, and produces accurate and timely payrolls across multiple locations, applying relevant state and federal regulations and company policies. It requires strong client relationship skills, ownership of client relationships, system expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to an excellent customer experience. The Payroll Specialist II works independently across multiple client accounts, responds promptly to clients and employees, and manages priorities and deadlines. The role also analyzes payroll results and HR reports, resolves discrepancies, supports payroll-related inquiries, and coordinates payroll processes with accounting and other stakeholders. HCM Unlocked, the employer’s managed services and consulting business, supports organizations with payroll and other human capital technology and operations services.

Requirements

At least 7 years of proven end-to-end payroll processing experience, preferably in a medium to large organization.
Prior experience working in a multi-client environment.
Expert knowledge of one or more of the following systems: Paylocity, Paycor, UKG Ready, UKG Pro, Ceridian Dayforce, ADP WFN, Paycom, or Paychex.
In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, regulations, and best practices.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and requirements.
Complex analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
Self-starter willing to take initiative with little direction or guidance.
Demonstrated organizational and time-management abilities.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Excellent math and numerical skills.
Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, ownership, initiative, and ability to manage multiple clients, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee, prepare, and produce accurate and timely payrolls for multiple clients and locations in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policies.
Check employees’ timesheets for accuracy.
Adjust pay for raises, bonuses, commissions, and severance.
Review and validate payroll reports, investigate discrepancies, and resolve them.
Maintain the confidentiality and security of client files, payroll information, and employee personally identifiable information.
Analyze payroll results and HR reports to answer complex questions and recommend courses of action, exercising independent judgment and discretion.
Respond to payroll-related inquiries from clients and their employees.
Process employee garnishments.
Coordinate payroll general ledger processing with accounting.
Prepare time and labor files.
Enter employee changes and maintain deductions, banking information, and other employee records.
Provide service support to employees, other departments, and management.