Payroll Specialist

Starting hourly compensation for this position is $26.00 per hour and will be determined by background and experience.

About the role

The Payroll Specialist will handle all payroll processing functions, including payroll processing, taxation forms, benefit deductions, and other tasks necessary for the company’s payroll process.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll timely and accurately (bi-weekly and semi-monthly).
• Process changes in payroll (e.g., new hires, salary changes, terminations, etc.).
• Maintain employee payroll records up-to-date and accurate.
• Process payroll calculations, including sales commissions, deductions, insurance coverage, wage garnishments, tax filings, and child support.
• Provide support in tax calculation and filing for employees.
• Address payroll-related queries and requests from employees.
• Analyze payroll problems and provide appropriate resolutions as requested by Payroll Manager or Corporate Controller.
• Follow federal, state, and local laws.
• Assist in gathering data in support of audit operations.
• Process quarterly and yearly tax forms.
• Work with managers to ensure timekeeping accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in industry wage surveys as assigned by Payroll Manager or Corporate Controller.
• Process unemployment claims and requests for wage verifications.
• Coordinate with vendors for interfaces involving all employee benefit plans, including 401(k), Roth, and medical benefits.
• Update employee personnel records with payroll processing data as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Payroll Manager or Corporate Controller.

Working Conditions

This is an onsite position that operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers, and office telephone systems.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• This position requires sitting 90% of the workday.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a payroll specialist or equivalent position in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations and laws related to payroll.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a relevant field.
• Analytical mind with good math skills.
• Working knowledge of UKG Payroll system.
• Proficient with Excel (functions, data, pivot tables, etc.).
• Experience in payroll for commissioned employees.

Pay

$26.00 per hour (determined by background and experience).