Payroll Specialist

Johnson Health Tech North America Inc•Village of Cottage Grove, WI

10d

About The Position

Johnson North America utilizes a Shared Services model that enables resources to be leveraged across the organization. The Shared Services team is made up of information technology, human resources, supply chain, finance, and accounting professionals that support all business units. The Payroll Specialist administers the Company's payroll function under the guidance of Finance and Human Resources.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree
Combination of education and experience
Minimum of three years of experience with processing payroll for a multi-state employer
Experience with computerized payroll systems and HRIS systems, Paylocity experience a plus
Experience with Local, State, and Federal pay and taxation regulations
Knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures required
Prior general accounting experience is a plus
Intermediate Excel skills, including work with pivot tables and v-lookups, required
Exceptional attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and providing a high level of customer service
Knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures required
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Email, and Internet
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Exceptional organization and time management skills to meet deadlines within tight constraints
Works well independently as well as with other members of the team
Able to effectively present ideas and information through excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to be consistently accurate
Requires the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Strong sense of initiative and a sense of urgency, demonstrated by accomplishing tasks; improving current work processes; and assisting others when necessary
Ability to embrace deadlines
Able to project a positive and professional demeanor to all internal and external contacts

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional certification (CPP)
Paylocity experience a plus
Prior general accounting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Processes employee payroll information (timesheets, deduction authorizations, etc.), prints or transmits paychecks, ensuring accurate and timely payment is made to employees for each payroll period.
Ensures status changes and audits of time records are accurate, and any discrepancies are addressed and resolved.
Files required documents and reports according to the Company’s and state and federal payroll guidelines (i.e., W-2s, garnishments, etc.)
Analyze and respond to inquiries and concerns from employees regarding paycheck questions, involving other resources/staff as needed.
Process garnishments and communicate garnishment information to all parties
Keeps current with HR payroll policies and public policy changes affecting payroll rules and guidelines
Builds professional Excel reports from payroll reporting software
Responsible for answering employee questions promptly.
Ensures that rules and regulations concerning confidentiality, privacy, and retention are followed.
Other projects as needed.