Payroll Specialist

Westgate Resorts•Ocoee, FL

2d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Westgate Resorts is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our corporate team in Ocoee, FL. In this role, you will be accountable and responsible for delivering high quality payroll processing in a multi-state corporate payroll environment, while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to manage sensitive payroll data with confidentiality and integrity.

Requirements

Associates Degree preferred in Human Resources, Finance, or Accounting.
5+ years of experience in payroll administration.
Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Access).
Excellent accounting, analytical, technical, interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills.
Proven customer service experience and skills.
Proven communication skills with all levels of management, staff and customers.
Ability to think broadly, to identify, recommend, and implement process and system improvements to improve effectiveness and efficiencies.

Responsibilities

Obtain and gather all payroll related information required for payroll processing.
Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data into payroll system.
Update payroll records by entering changes in deductions, garnishment and banking information.
Prepare and submit payroll taxes for Federal, Multi-State and Local Tax entities.
Assists in the completion of required wage balancing and submission of required payroll taxes.
Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
Provide payroll information by answering questions and requests from employees and field partners.
Assist with systems and processes required to ensure accurate and timely production, distribution, and reporting of company-wide payroll, including year-end processes (e.g., W2 and 1099), and garnishments.
Maintain accurate files in accordance with company and regulatory requirements to meet all audit requirements.
Partner with HRIS to maintain and test all payroll and payroll commission related software for accuracy.
Identify opportunities and recommend development of system or process improvements to support efficiencies and accuracy of payroll and associated manager or employee self- service applications.
Balance gross to net for all pay groups. Ensure all pay group totals are accurate and compare to prior payroll and prior year payrolls for accuracy and normalcy.
Maintain QTD and YTD spreadsheets to balance to Master Controls.
Strong organization skills and work diligently to meet important deadlines.
Provide transaction details to Accounting for the successful reconciliations of the payroll bank account. Assist with the research of discrepancies.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
Paid Holidays
401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
Military Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
Low-Cost Gym Membership
NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact