Senior Payroll Specialist

InServ•Fuquay-Varina, NC

About The Position

This role is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations, and maintaining accurate payroll records. This role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience
Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in multi-state payroll administration/compliance
Extensive experience with payroll software systems.
Understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in dynamic work environments.
Safeguard and ensure confidentiality of HR and Payroll data.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts.
Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others
Prolonged periods of sitting
Speaking/hearing
Using hands to finger, feel, type
Occasionally lifting up to 15lbs

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) of Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) designation is desirable.
Previous experience with oversight of payroll accounting functions including review of payroll journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations and comparison of payroll to the general ledger a plus.

Responsibilities

Liaise with managers, HR and external payroll service provider ensuring timely and accurate weekly payroll processing
Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
Reconcile payroll and resolve any discrepancies.
Address and resolve payroll and compliance-related inquiries and issues in a timely manner.
Collaborate with the HR and Finance departments to ensure accurate employee data.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll operations
Generate and distribute payroll reports to management
Provide assistance to various employee groups regarding payroll questions and requests.
Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations.
Maintain thorough knowledge of payroll functions and cross-train on assigned duties