Payroll Specialist

Intersand•Byron Center, MI

9d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist handles payroll related functions for all U.S. divisions of Intersand. This role maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data - while also checking the accuracy of timesheets, computing wages, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. They also maintain employee data, address payroll-related questions, and complete any other tasks necessary for monitoring and overseeing Intersand's U.S. payroll process.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
2+ years multi-state payroll experience required
Certified Payroll Professional credentials required
Follow all policies and procedures
Ability to work as valued member of a team, both departmental and company-wide
Thorough understanding of Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
Problem solving and analytical skills
Attention to detail
Ability to take initiative
Willingness and ability to learn new job-related software
Ability to multi-task as assigned
Time-management skills – develop and adhere to a schedule
Ability to self-direct day-to-day duties
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt and change as necessary
Assume responsibility for self-improvement and the improvement of others
Superb listening skills
Know when to ask for help
Ability to regularly function in a typical office environment and operate related equipment – computer, copier, telephone, etc., as well as low risk manufacturing environment – able to observe and get around equipment
Must be able to talk, sit for long periods of time, listen, and speak clearly
Ability to walk short distances, climb stairs, grab or reach for items
Ability to lift up to 25lbs. if needed
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher in Accounting or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Perform weekly, special and annual payroll activities for all hourly, salaried, part-time and temporary employees of the US Divisions for Intersand in a manufacturing environment using biometric and punch card time clocks in conjunction with a third-party payroll system (ADP)
Administrative role in ADP timeclocks, enrolling new employees and ensuring smooth and continuous operation
Edit and approve any/all timecards as needed when appropriate Supervisors are unable to do so
Address payroll/timekeeping issues, correct errors and troubleshoot problems to ensure all employees are paid correctly
Process garnishments, wage attachments, and tax levies for payroll deductions
Terminate employees in third-party payroll system, ensuring all company and plan policies are followed
Generate, format and distribute required or requested payroll-related reports
Prepare, submit, and fund weekly retirement plan contributions
Champion payroll initiatives such as direct deposit and access to online pay statements
Process and approve payroll for temporary employees for all temp agencies
Troubleshoot, research, and resolve any issues that may arise among the temp agencies’ payrolls
Ensure new hires have completed and submitted all required documentation; advise HR of missing items to be collected from employees
Reconcile and approve benefit-related AP invoices
Track and report employee paid time off
Track and ensure receipt of all benefit premiums owed and paid by employees on leave
Assist in audits as needed and able
Other miscellaneous duties as required