Payroll Specialist

The Odom Corporation•Vancouver, WA

27d•$25 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing biweekly payroll, including compiling time-keeping records, processing personnel changes, and issuing manual checks. This role coordinates data from Human Resources and payroll/time management systems, handles reporting, data entry, and maintains payroll files. The specialist will analyze and review payroll data in UltiPro systems for accuracy, create positive pay files, run and analyze payroll reports, and process garnishment calculations while maintaining compliance. This position also involves answering routine payroll-related telephone inquiries, maintaining internal procedural documentation, staying current on payroll legislation and regulations, assisting with month/quarter/year-end payroll processing, and supporting teammates across various departments.

Requirements

A minimum of 4 years of payroll experience required.
BS or BA in accounting, business or equivalent training and experience preferred.
FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.
Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and the general public.

Nice To Haves

BS or BA in accounting, business or equivalent training and experience preferred.
FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred.

Responsibilities

Processing biweekly payroll, including compilation of time-keeping records for payroll submission, processing personnel changes as well as preparing and issuing manual checks.
Coordinating data which impacts payroll from Human Resources and the payroll and time management systems.
Reporting, data entry, and maintaining payroll files for all employees.
Analyze and review UltiPro Time Management System for accuracy.
Analyze and review payroll data in UltiPro Payroll/HR System for accuracy.
Create positive pay files.
Create, run and analyze payroll reports as needed.
Process correct garnishment calculations and maintain compliance.
Answer routine telephone inquiries concerning payroll.
Maintain internal procedural documentation for new procedures or changes to processes.
Remain current on new legislation and regulatory ruling impacting payroll, garnishments, taxes and FLSA regulations including proper taxation regarding employer and employee-paid benefits.
Responsible for assisting in all month, quarter, and year end payroll processing.
Support teammates in Payroll, Human Resource, and Finance and across other departments.