Payroll Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

As the Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for payroll processes for the company’s bi-weekly multi-site and multi-state payroll for 225 associates. You will perform a wide variety of payroll activities requiring excellent attention to detail. Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented person who is excited about working with a small team, has excellent communications skills and has a solid understanding of payroll procedures. This is an onsite position with possible occasional remote work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Audit time records for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Process full cycle payroll operations related to exempt & non-exempt employees with a high level of accuracy, including compensation, commissions, bonus payments, benefit deductions, new hires & terminations.
• Research payroll issues/discrepancies and process necessary corrections.
• Assist with compliance audits, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables.
• Maintain employee files which relate to payroll issues.
• Ensure taxes, garnishments, deductions, and employee changes are accurate and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Set up and process payrolls in multiple states.
• Transmit on time withheld deductions (401k & HSA) & Workers Compensation payments

· Maintain payroll operations by training/instructing employees in the proper use of payroll-related systems including entry of timesheets, online access of pay statements, etc.

• Process employee verification of employment requests.
• Coordinate with HR on pay and benefit changes.
• Build & run custom reports for management, accounting and HR as needed.
• Manage confidential information appropriately.
• Display general knowledge of payroll journal entries.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills with a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Required:

• 4+ years of payroll processing experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with benefit deductions and reconciling invoices/accounts
• High School diploma

Preferred:

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now
• Multi-state payroll experience
• Associate degree