Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Calling all Payroll professionals! Our client, a growing organization located in the Raleigh, NC area, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a stable company that values accuracy, efficiency, and employee service while offering opportunities for long-term career growth. While working as the Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll and assisting with various payroll-related functions, including: Processing weekly, bi-weekly, and/or semi-monthly payroll using Paycom Reviewing payroll data for accuracy, including employee hours, earnings, deductions, benefits, and taxes Auditing payroll transactions and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner Maintaining employee payroll records and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations Processing new hires, terminations, status changes, garnishments, and direct deposit updates within Paycom Assisting employees and managers with payroll-related questions and issues Reconciling payroll reports, benefits deductions, and payroll-related general ledger accounts Supporting month-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and payroll audits Collaborating with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure accurate employee and payroll data Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and maximize system efficiencies within Paycom This is an outstanding opportunity with a company that values continuous improvement and technology. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, customer-service focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. To be considered for this position, you should have: 2+ years of payroll processing experience Hands-on experience using Paycom required Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax withholdings, garnishments, and compliance requirements Experience processing multi-state payroll preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Ability to handle confidential information with discretion CPP certification is a plus but not required #J-18808-Ljbffr