Payroll Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in the payroll processing for a biweekly payroll cycle
• Accurately calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
• Carefully manage and process miscellaneous off-cycle payrolls, such as final paychecks and severance payments
• Effectively handle payroll adjustments, including retro pay and corrections
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and company policies
• Manage garnishments and benefit deductions
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to leadership and accounting
• Timely and professionally respond to employees and external inquiries
• Stay updated on payroll regulations, industry trends, and best practices
• Support management with special projects and process improvements
• Participate in year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and audits

Qualifications

• At least two years of payroll processing experience, particularly in a multi-state setting
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, or similar Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) platforms
• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet strict deadlines
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly