Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist ensures accurate, compliant, and timely employee compensation by managing timesheets, tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and direct deposits. They process payroll, maintain records, and resolve pay-related inquiries in accordance with company policies and tax regulations.

• Payroll Processing: Compiling, reviewing, and processing weekly payroll data, including hours worked, bonuses, and deductions.
• Compliance & Tax: Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, tax regulations, and withholding requirements.
• Record Maintenance: Setting up, maintaining, and updating payroll records, including employee banking, tax forms, and benefits data.
• Reporting: Reconciling payroll accounts, preparing reports for management, and assisting with audits.
• Employee Support: Addressing employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and tax withholding.
• System Management: Utilizing payroll software (e.g., HRIS) to manage data entry, verification, and payroll disbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience (13 years) in payroll, accounting, or HR.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, with associate/bachelor's degrees in accounting or business preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., Workday), MS Office (especially Excel), and strong attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person