Payroll Specialist (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the end-to-end payroll process for various pay groups in Dayforce covering salaried, hourly, and union employees across multiple sites in the U.S.
• Ensure compliance and integrity of the payroll process.
• Generate payroll-related reports for analysis, information, or statistical purposes.
• Prepare financial reports for accounting and auditing purposes.
• Administer State and Federal pay laws such as Employment Records, Family Support, Garnishments, Union Deductions, etc.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal (HR, Finance, Tax, Compliance, etc.) and external stakeholders.
• Administer pay rules and work policies for all Collective Agreements.
• Proceed to third-party remittance processes (Government, Union, etc.).
• Administer taxable benefits such as Auto benefits, Group Insurance, Disability, 401(k), and others.
• Calculate retroactivities or other special payments.
• Respond to pay-related questions and requests from employees, managers, and external agencies.
• Audit State and Federal Pay records (Tax forms, pay statements, etc.).
• Participate in month-end, year-end, and quarter-end processes and ensure compliance with established standards.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned by the immediate supervisor in support of Human Resources.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll information in alignment with privacy legislation and internal controls.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience processing multiple payrolls across the U.S. for salaried, hourly, and union employees.
• College or University Degree in Accounting, Administration, Human Resources and/or in a related field preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and use of Dayforce.
• Advanced skills in MS Office Suite, specifically Excel formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
• Meticulous and accurate work.
• Ability to work in a team and individually.
• Creative problem solver, solution-based focus.
• Strong data analysis and math skills.

Compensation & Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from.
• Company-paid benefits including Dental and Vision coverage, Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies, Long-Term Disability Coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation with a targeted hourly wage from $34 to $42 per hour.
• Annual bonus program opportunity.
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred).
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Note

Employment at Stella-Jones is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.