Payroll Processing Specialist (On Site) (Kill Devil Hills)

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process payroll for employees, including review of time sheets, calculations of wages, deductions for taxes, insurance, housing, AR, and reporting of benefits, in a fast paced, seasonal business, with varying pay types, significant seasonal fluctuations.
• Timely and accurately issue paychecks or direct deposits.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employment status.
• Verify and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy.
• Assist HR with ensuring payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including tax laws and wage and hour laws.
• Stay current with changes in labor laws and regulations, and assist with implementation of necessary changes to payroll practices.
• Review payroll-related reports and tax filings as required by government agencies, prepared by UKG Payroll Tax Services.
• Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Provide support in the administration of employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Aid in onboarding, orientation, and the preparation and maintenance of employee records and documentation.
• Be the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits issues.
• Cook with other departments to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll-related transactions, and annual ACA reporting.
• Manage HRIS software systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency, in conjunction with others.
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for management review.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in payroll processing and compliance, preferably in a similar role.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements, proficiency with payroll software (knowledge of UKG a plus) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, with SharePoint a plus), excellent attention to detail and accuracy, strong organizational and time-management skills, ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certifications: Payroll certification (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)) is a plus.