Payroll Specialist

Buc-ee's, Ltd.•Lake Jackson, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist processes payroll data for Buc-ee’s. The ideal candidate will have a willingness to learn and understand multi-state payroll, payroll systems and human resource systems. This is an in-office position in Lake Jackson, Texas. We aren’t just a job – we are your career destination and the first steps of your career journey start here. Whether your path is corporate or retail, or you’re not sure, step inside to see a culture that is both committed and inspiring. What we are looking for.. We are looking for passionate, dedicated and determined, customer focused people to join our team! Ever since our inception in 1982, we have been committed to providing a clean, friendly, and in stock experience for our customers. Regardless of where you may find us, if the store is big or small, near or far, the mission remains the same.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Strong written and verbal communication skills
team player
highly organized
Solutions-oriented, positive approach to problems and challenges
Proficiency in Microsoft product suite, especially Excel required and used daily
Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent
Willingness to learn and understand multi-state payroll, payroll systems and human resource systems
Willingness to obtain FPC, CPP payroll certifications
Experience with Workday a plus
Familiar with a multi-state payroll department a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for high volume multi-state payroll processing
Maintain payroll records including quarterly and annual tax reports and voluntary deduction reports
Process involuntary deductions, such as levies and garnishments
Prepare accounting transactions and documents, booking payroll journal entries.
Document and update procedures
Prepare reports for management upon request
Work closely with payroll team to timely and accurately complete and report tasks within strict daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines
Complete new business set-ups including federal, state, and SUI registration
Review time sheets for accuracy, completeness and conformity with company policies
Maintain and update employee information such as exemptions, transfers, new hires and resignations
Maintain an accurate and secure filing system for payroll information
Maintain relationships with external vendors
Stay apprised of federal, multi-state and local compensation laws and regulations in order to ensure compliance
Ensures payroll and general ledger data integrity
Assist in the functions necessary for the proper and timely processing of employee payroll data, including, but not limited to garnishments, benefits, and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws
Continuous knowledge of changing laws, such as FLSA, DOL, APA, ACA and other regulatory changes relating to the payroll function
Ensure the processing of new hires, temporary workers, transfers, promotions and terminations is accurate and timely and in compliance with regulations
Process benefit deductions and work with Human Resources and Accounting on reconciliation
Assist with the processes and audits of W-2’s, W-4’s, and other regulatory reporting
Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Participate in internal and external payroll audits
Performs other duties as required and/or assigned