Payroll Specialist

Summit Racing•Tallmadge, OH

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Compiles payroll data to maintain and complete payroll records for multiple states. This role requires a high school diploma or GED and two to three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A general knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act requirements, payroll tax standards, and basic accounting principles is necessary. Previous payroll experience is required. This is a hybrid position, initially requiring 2-4 months of onsite work for training, followed by a work-from-home arrangement with periodic office visits (twice a week/8 days per month) on a rotating schedule. The company fosters a positive and productive atmosphere where team members support each other and are passionate about providing excellent customer and team member experiences. Summit Racing Equipment is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two to three years related experience and/or training
General knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act requirements
General knowledge of payroll tax standards
General knowledge of basic accounting principles of debits and credits
Previous payroll experience
Basic to intermediate Excel and Word knowledge
Reliable internet service (for WFH)
Quiet workspace (for WFH)

Responsibilities

Compiles payroll data such as hours worked and benefit time from Kronos and other records.
Verifies timecard data for compliance with federal and state agencies, Company policy, and makes corrections to timekeeping and Payroll software.
Enters data into computer files, or computes wages and deductions and posts to payroll records.
Reviews computed wages and corrects errors to ensure payroll accuracy.
Reviews bank data necessary to complete direct deposit.
Records data concerning employee transfers between departments.
Keeps track of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
Tracks and reconciles various weekly deductions for employees on unpaid leave.
Verifies PTO usage is in accordance with Company policies.
Keeps track of overtime and provides a weekly report to management.
Compiles and responds to emails in a professional manner.
Assists with answering incoming telephone calls, sorting mail, filing, direct interaction with employees, and working on special projects.