Payroll Specialist (Part-Time)

Payroll Responsibilities

• Managing end to end payroll processing for client employees.
• Entering data into payroll and administrative databases and software programs.
• Calculating wages, benefits, tax deductions, commissions, etc.
• Preparing and processing paychecks and cash deposits.
• Maintaining accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions.
• Preparing and distributing income statements.
• Responding to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
• Performing account balance and payroll reconciliations.
• Preparing financial reports for accounting and auditing purposes.
• Updating payroll-related information and data and managing overall payroll workflow.
• Leading all functions and being a subject matter expert in the area of payroll administration.
• Works with care, precision, and careful attention to detail in matters pertaining to payroll.
• Seen as an internal resource for other payroll and HR professionals.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and payroll practices.
• Experience working with accounting and payroll software.
• Broad knowledge of payroll practices and regulations with demonstrated experience in all functional areas of payroll management (e.g., payroll processing, tax compliance, benefits deductions, wage and hour laws, multi-state payroll, payroll reconciliations, year-end reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations such as FLSA, FICA, ACA, and garnishment laws).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Applications; advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, time management skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable meeting deadlines and handling confidential information.
• Display excellent leadership skills.
• Able to set priorities, plan and organize tasks and complete tasks on time.
• Demonstrate problem assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and follow-through, ownership and accountability.
• Ability to learn new processes and procedures.
• Extreme attention to detail and accuracy.

Education

• 3+ years of experience processing payroll.
• 3+ years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist, Human Resources Manager, or experience performing similar duties.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred.
• Payroll certification preferred (CPP, FPC, CPS).