Payroll Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/training in related field (Accounting, Finance, or HR preferred).
• 4+ years of payroll experience with a strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and deductions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Proficient oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Workday software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurately maintaining Payroll files and records.
• Responsible for the processing weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls; monthly and quarterly commission payments; monthly, quarterly, and annual bonuses; fringe benefits.
• Accountable for the printing and mailing of payroll checks.
• Maintain/update payroll records and act as a liaison between Branches and the Support Office.
• Ensure high degree of accuracy in entering data.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically in potentially stressful situations.
• Communicate accurately and professionally with management regarding payroll-related inquiries.
• Verify, distribute, and answer inquiries regarding employee W2 forms.
• Review and correct calculation errors to ensure team members are paid accurately and prevent potential penalties.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, forms, evaluations, and statements using prescribed formats.
• Support Field requests through ticketing system for payroll related inquiries.
• Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures.
• Responsible for identifying process efficiencies and recommends needed changes.
• Maintain confidentiality in payroll processes and with employee interactions.
• Prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff of all levels.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned by Manager.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards
• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day