Payroll Specialist
About The Position
The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing including accounting, reconciliation, analysis, and compliance. Our ideal candidate is detailed oriented, analytical and methodical, with experience in payroll & system administration and deep knowledge of payroll regulations (multi-state). Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the swift and accurate completion of a bi-weekly payroll processing cycle and providing excellent customer service to all our employees.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience
- Experience with full scope of Payroll Time & Attendance software
- Understanding of federal, state and local hourly and salaried timekeeping rules/regulations, related to overtime and shift differentials
- Multi-state payroll experience
- Working knowledge of relevant federal and state wage and hour laws
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to convey complex information in clear and concise manner
- Ability to work in an environment with competing priorities.
- College Degree Required (Bachelor or Associate)
- Significant payroll experience in organization size of at least 1000+ employees
Nice To Haves
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credentials (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Process termination report daily to ensure issuance of final pay to immediate pay state employees
- Manage processing, configuration, and reconciliation of all payroll data to our external payroll or financial systems
- Stay informed and manage the filing of all payroll legal requirements for taxes, audits, and other reporting
- Coordinates year-end W-2 processing
- Prepares payroll related financial reports as requested
- Educate and communicates policies and procedures for proper payment of staff
- Ensures accurate processing of all garnishment orders
- Prepares off-cycle checks and/or on demand checks as requested other departments
Benefits
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Competitive Pay and Benefits
- Generous PTO and Parental Leave
- 401(K) Retirement Plan
- Life/ Disability Insurance
- Community Involvement
- Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
