Payroll Specialist

Arizona Humane Society • Phoenix, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Humane Society is hiring a full-time Payroll Specialist for its South Mountain Campus. The position is part of the Accounting and Finance team and is responsible for accurate, timely processing of biweekly payroll. Duties include preparing and reviewing payroll data, maintaining employee timekeeping records and information, processing payroll adjustments, and updating records for new hires, terminations, wage changes, and deductions.

The Payroll Specialist manages employee benefit deductions, reconciles payroll and benefit accounts, prepares monthly billing statements for medical, dental, and short-term disability insurance, processes benefit enrollment changes, coordinates COBRA paperwork, prepares month-end payroll journal entries, and responds to employee payroll inquiries. The role works closely with the Controller and Senior Accountant to maintain payroll accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support efficient payroll and accounting processes. A pre-employment background check is required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience and a general ledger background.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in accounting or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with automated payroll processing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review payroll data for accurate and timely biweekly payroll processing.
• Manage employee timekeeping records and process payroll adjustments.
• Maintain employee information, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, and deductions.
• Manage employee benefit deductions and reconcile payroll and benefit accounts.
• Prepare monthly billing statements for medical, dental, and short-term disability insurance.
• Process benefit enrollment changes and coordinate COBRA paperwork.
• Prepare month-end payroll journal entries.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
• Work with the Controller and Senior Accountant to ensure payroll accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support payroll and accounting processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree