Payroll - Specialist

Ontivity•New Braunfels, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist will process and reconcile weekly payroll functions of the organization, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

Requirements

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle confidential employee and financial data.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Strong advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel is mandatory.
Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient with payroll software; Dayforce experience highly preferred.
Familiarity with prevailing wage/certified payroll calculations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, is preferred.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision; comfortable solving daily problems and bringing resolution without additional guidance needed
Positive attitude and ability to re-prioritize tasks quickly
Proven ability to work and excel in a team environment
Desire to work in an evolving environment; must be willing to embrace change quickly
Commitment to professionalism in all interactions with customers, coworkers and management
Proven ability to maintain good work habits; punctuality and regular attendance are a must
Ability to work from home and/or an office setting at times; currently working from home most frequently but do work from the office from time to time for training, meetings, etc.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Dayforce experience highly preferred.
Familiarity with prevailing wage/certified payroll calculations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Weekly payroll preparation to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
Identifies and recommends updates to payroll accounting software, systems, and procedures.
Assists with prevailing wage/certified payroll calculations, including the Davis-Bacon Act.
Answers staff questions regarding pay statements and/or tax forms.
Periodic special projects.
Other duties as assigned.