Payroll Specialist

Blue Bird Careers•Macon, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, this role is responsible for handling and maintaining all of the payroll functions for Blue Bird. This is a critical position responsible for maintaining employee’s Private Protected Information (PPI) and answering payroll related questions. It requires an extensive knowledge of payroll systems and extraordinary mathematical skills and analytical abilities. Close attention to details and data integrity/accuracy is an essential requirement for this position.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field OR 5+ years payroll experience, with UKG specific experience if no degree.
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of experience in payroll
Advanced Microsoft Excel including the ability to utilize VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and analyze large datasets
Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance standards (federal, state, and local).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving payroll issues.
Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills to interact with employees and management professionally and diplomatically.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, capable of working accurately in a fast-paced environment and managing deadlines.
Proven proficiency in UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) payroll software, strongly preferred.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
Strong project management skills.
Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
Ability to influence stakeholders
Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Accurately process payroll, including salaries, wages, bonuses, commissions, deductions (e.g., benefits, garnishments), and taxes, with a strong preference with utilizing UKG software.
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
Conduct regular payroll reconciliations and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies, and assist with year-end and audit preparations.
Ensuring compliance with payroll and tax laws and preparing payroll reports and year-end statements such as W-2 forms.
Providing support to employees regarding payroll inquiries.
Identifying ways to improve payroll processes within UKG and staying informed about relevant regulations.
Performing other related duties as assigned which includes but not limited to preparing off-cycle payrolls and handling garnishments.