Payroll Specialist

MediaNews Group•Denver, MA

3d•$26 - $29•Remote

About The Position

MediaNews Group is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role is crucial in executing payroll processes using Workday and ADP. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the processing and reconciliation of multi-state bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls in accordance with department parameters, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements. Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in CO, FL, IL, MA, MN, OH, OK, PA, or TX.

Requirements

Comprehensive understanding of tax laws and wage policies, including federal and state tax laws as well as wage and hour laws
Data-driven and scientific-minded with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft products
Strong and proven customer service skills with clear communication, both written and spoken
Ability to manage and prioritize responsibilities; must be a team player and able to work under pressure to meet departmental and regulatory deadlines
Self-motivated and comfortable working in both collaborative and autonomous environments
Experience multitasking in a deadline-driven environment
Adept with technology, including using the full Google Suite
A minimum of two years processing multi-state payrolls

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
Direct experience with Workday and ADP preferred

Responsibilities

Complete processing of multi-state bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls for both hourly and salaried employees by the established deadlines
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, tax withholding, and deductions, including validating submitted changes (e.g., tax, direct deposit, etc.)
Assist with the balancing of bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll accounts
Generate and distribute various payroll reports to regional Finance leads
Process monthly bonus and commission payments
Audit employee time and labor data submitted and interact with management as required to verify data and resolve discrepancies
Balance and process garnishments in accordance with various regulatory requirements
Process stop-payment requests or pay cards
Analyze and respond to inquiries from employees regarding paycheck amounts, tax withholdings, deductions, leave accruals, direct deposit, and other concerns
Make sure all payroll tickets are responded to on a daily basis, including populating required ticket attributes
Provide wage information for unemployment claims and other government-mandated surveys
Upload severance documents to employee records and ensure timely processing of payments
Help with compiling and processing monthly payments for union dues and union pension plans
Maintain confidentiality