Payroll Specialist

Payroll Support Representative -- Level I

ADP is hiring a Payroll Support Representative -- Level I. The Payroll Support Representative supports Major Accounts Comprehensive Services Client users on WFN, PayX, ezLM, Portal, HRB and related applications by providing guidance and research in response to a wide variety of questions and issues presented by Client Payroll Administrators. The person in this role will use multiple tools and research resources in order to develop an accurate and comprehensive response to a wide range of inquiries regarding payroll practices and tax considerations, taking into account the differences across states and localities. Due to the nature of the Comprehensive Services business, the person in this role will also interface with multiple ADP service organizations as well as third party vendors that provide services to our Clients. To support a unified Client experience, they will also have familiarity with common HR questions and will access systems in other service organizations and other knowledge bases. This person also works closely with the Comprehensive Services Relationship Manager to address Client requests for guidance and best practices. The Payroll Support Representative will also be assigned to a specific group of Clients for the purpose of providing proactive updates and information.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to questions from Clients regarding the use of the WFN, PayX, ezLM, Portal, and HRB applications. Provides application/navigation support.
• Assist Clients with Client data maintenance, setup, configuration changes in AutoPay Mainframe, WFN, ezLM, HRB and the Portal and coordinates with all functional areas (e.g. PTO, Special Calcs, Time and Attendance schedule, 401k, etc.) as needed.
• Performs new feature setup requests (e.g. Group Term Life, HSA, direct deposit calcs, special calcs, Benefit Accruals, Multi-J, split wraps, add'l locations, etc.).
• Assists and supports Clients with Payroll processing questions and issues.
• Use on-line tools and other resources to research and respond to Client inquiries requiring guidance on how to address a wide variety of payroll, pay practice and payroll tax questions and situations.
• Collaborates with internal Clients/Partners (401k, FSA, Tax, etc.) and/or third party vendors involved in providing services to identify and resolve issues and ensure that these services meet Client expectations.
• Escalates Client issues to SSS, Tech Services, Project Services, Connections Team, Carriers, Development or other 3rd parties as appropriate. Communicates status and resolution to Client.

Completes complex projects including:

• Calculation updates, special reports, tax amendments, company setup, troubleshooting
• PTO, OT, Double Time, etc. researches historical data for adjustments needed
• Researches Benefit Accruals recalculates and imports corrections.

• Assists Client with tax changes for understanding, conducts research and follow-ups as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Occasional extended hours during peak seasons. May work 5 - 10 hours of OT 6 - 8 weeks of the year.

• Provides WFN/AutoPay Payroll Technology Support
• Supports General PR, HR - Benefit Questions
• Supports Payroll Processing Questions and Issues

Typical Assignments:

• Typically will focus on smaller and/or less complex clients.
• Complexity may be measured by one or more of the following: # of employee, structure of client's PR Department, utilization of PR functionality, complexity of PR configuration, unique workflows, etc.

• Decisions made are based on established processes and procedures. Exceptions are referred to manager or senior team members

Contact (Internal - External):

• Internal: work with other ADP Teams for escalations, issue resolution and collaboration with other service areas and collaboration with other service areas
• External: ADP Client Contact

Qualifications Required:

Education:

• Bachelors Preferred. Completion of FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification).

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of payroll processing experience. Basic knowledge of payroll tax deposit, filings, principles and wage and hour laws.

Expected to achieve a working knowledge of the following applications:

• WFN ( Portal)
• PR Module, HR Module, TA Module
• Wage Garnishments
• Tax Registration
• Total Tax Plus
• ADP Reporting
• GLI

ADP Tools:

• SharePoint
• AutoPay Mainframe
• LUMIN
• All internal tools to support the offering

Exposure to additional offerings:

• Comp Benefits, Comp HR
• COBRA
• FSA
• 401k

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

• High-level payroll knowledge including payroll skills for processing Client payrolls. Accuracy and dependability important since errors or omissions can directly impact Client associate paychecks, and errors in reporting can also lead to penalty and interest payments for ADP.
• Basic knowledge of payroll tax principles and wage and hour laws.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems through effective customer interface and communication.
• Must be able to work under time constraints to ensure that deadlines are met.
• Excellent Professional Customer Service Skills.
• Strong Organizational Skills.
• Strong Process and documentation skills.
• Strong Research Skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, especially Word and Excel Proficiency in using PC