Payroll Specialist

Acra Lending•Irvine, CA

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist is an important member of the HRIS & Payroll team, responsible for maintaining accurate payroll and HR information system records. The role processes bi-weekly payroll, produces reports for HR and other departments, and serves as a contact for audits. The position calls for sound judgment, the ability to plan and accomplish goals, and experience handling complex tasks. It also supports HRIS and Payroll projects and provides general support to the HRIS & Payroll Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Marketing, or equivalent.
10 years of work experience required.
3 years of experience processing payroll using an HRIS.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong self-management and organizational skills.
High attention to detail and confidentiality.
Excellent problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed instructions and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Proficient knowledge of an HRIS and Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills such as Pivot Tables and VLookup.

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll, including adjustments, retroactive payments, and off-cycle runs.
Produce weekly reports in the HRIS for HR and other departments.
Complete new employee verifications and process internal changes to salary, status, and other details.
Communicate payroll changes to employees.
Ensure compensation complies with applicable regulations.
Prepare and audit payroll preview reports, obtain approvals, and release payroll on schedule.
Verify that payroll amounts are accurate based on hours worked.
Ensure invoice payments are made on time.
Maintain secure payroll records and provide timely documentation for internal and external audits.
Review processes continuously and propose and implement improvements to effectiveness and efficiency.
Communicate effectively with coworkers, managers, and subordinates.
Conduct research as needed.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Collaborate with teams on HRIS and Payroll projects.
Provide general support to the HRIS & Payroll Manager as needed.
Complete special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Free gym membership for employees working out of the Irvine office.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Wellness programs.
EAP counseling services.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
Company-sponsored life insurance for employees and voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
AD&D insurance.
Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Accident insurance.
Legal assistance.
Pet insurance.
Living will and trust preparation discounts.
Commuter program.
Annual walking challenge.
Employee appreciation events and monthly sales awards.
Competitive salary.
401(k) match program.