Payroll Specialist - Norfolk, VA

Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist prepares customer billing weekly for a specific geographic territory and performs administrative tasks for employees in that territory. Bilingual candidates in English and Spanish are preferred. Previous experience in payroll is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Does not have any direct reports.

Essential Functions

• Prepare weekly payroll by reviewing and approving time and preparing the quick entry spreadsheet for upload to HRIS.
• Maintain knowledge of utility customers' contracts including billing rates, overtime rules, storm rules, fuel billing, expiration dates, holidays, etc. as they relate to employee changes.
• Enter information into HRIS pertaining to employee changes.
• File various documents.
• Mail various documents and items to field supervisory employees.

Competencies

• Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and timeliness with tasks and assignments.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to be a team player across different levels of an organization.

Required Education And Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year previous professional experience in payroll is required.

Position Requirements

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work Authorization Requirements

• Must meet I-9 requirements.

Benefits

• This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment.