Payroll Specialist Payroll Shift 1

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Assistant Manager
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production serving as a grower packer processor and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield California we are a proud employer to 1600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915 we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots and today we are one of North Americas largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1600 employees.

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Payroll Specialist will support team with processing all payroll duties. This position reports to the Payroll Assistant Manager and interacts with all levels of the Corporation and outside agencies.

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 1500 employees timely
• Utilize the Payroll Task Checklist to manage and complete all required payroll tasks ensuring accuracy compliance and adherence to weekly payroll deadlines
• Process manual checks as necessary for terminations adjustments etc.
• Review documentation of departmental policies and procedures and ensure compliance. Update as necessary
• Ensure data in spreadsheets for taxes weekly payroll processing and evaluate for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze information submitted for correctness and follow-up if appropriate personnel to validate
• Make recommendations to Payroll Assistant Manager to strengthen departmental controls
• Follow all procedures and controls set up by department to ensure Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• Provide a high level of service for internal customers and outside agencies when required
• Analyze and correct vacation and sick accruals when necessary
• Process garnishments tax levies wage orders child/spousal support are responded to and processed timely. Ensure all documentation is on file of case disputes
• Work with HR on all pay-related issues including LOAs terminations new hires transfers etc.
• Work with ADP to set up new earnings and/or deduction codes ensuring that the setup includes the proper taxation and W-2 reporting
• Respond to all payroll inquiries via email phone call etc. timely and accordingly
• Backup to the front desk when receptionist is absent
• Provide cross-functional support for Human Resources including benefit & HRIS related tasks
• Performs other duties as assigned

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; three years of progressively responsible payroll experience in a fast-paced high-volume environment and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience processing payroll for a high-volume multi-location workforce including hourly and salaried employees
• Basic knowledge of Payroll and Federal State Tax regulations
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record which will be verified through a background check.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication/interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interact with a diverse employee population and with internal/external customers in an effective professional manner
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite and Excel
• Knowledge of office administration and procedures
• Organization and attention to detail attributes
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Experience with automated timekeeping systems for 1000 employees preferably UKG

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now
• Experience with UKG timekeeping system

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop bend climb kneel crouch reach and twist.
• Lift carry push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 30 lbs.
• Operate office equipment requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in an upright position walking on both even and uneven surface
• Ability to stoop crouch and kneel on a regular basis

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

1st Shift 08:00 am to 05:00 pm; Monday through Friday when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: for additional support or guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

1st Shift (8:00am 5:00pm) Monday through Friday when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory

Required Experience:

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