Payroll Specialist

PAYROLL SPECIALIST REPORTS TO: PAYROLL SUPERVISOR STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Summary Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other. At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community. Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time. Responsible for ensuring accurate processing and recording of Boot Barn, Inc. payroll and provide timely and accurate financial information. Provide the highest level of Customer Service to Boot Barn, Inc. employees by answering questions and resolving payroll-related issues in a timely and professional manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reviews time sheets and related paperwork to make sure the information is correct and consistent with actual hours worked by employees Makes adjustments and deductions for each employee and manage payroll-related benefits; vacations and sick days Process terminations and final payments in accordance with state guidelines Process new hires and payroll changes in a timely manner while ensuring the highest level of accuracy Enroll employees in ADP paycard program and help resolve related issues Process off-cycle payments with manual checks or ADP paycard funding Assist in auditing of preview payroll reports prior to transmission. Prepare and maintain employee files, ensuring accuracy, compliance and confidentiality. Scan, upload, and track garnishments, tax levies or other court ordered withholdings using ADP’s Smart Compliance Create, run, and upload reports as needed Complete and promptly provide responses to verifications of employment in accordance with company policy Communicate and interact with all levels of management for all US locations Assist in internal/external audits – providing Payroll related data Participate in problem solving and special projects within the Payroll and HR Departments Assist employees with payroll inquiries via telephone and email Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance. Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management. Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by management. Qualifications 2 years of multi-state payroll experience in a corporate environment; comfortable processing payroll for 3000+ employees. Experience with ADP systems preferred. Experience with Kronos preferred. Experience with filing multi-state payroll taxes a plus. Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, including reciprocity. Effective communication skills, oral and written. Strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and meet critical deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field a plus. Competencies Accuracy & Detail-Oriented: Ensures precision in payroll processing and data entry Confidentiality: Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Communication: Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally. Problem-Solving: Identifies and resolves issues efficiently and effectively Organization: Strong organizational and time management skills Customer Service: Provides timely, supportive assistance to Partners and maintains a collaborative approach Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment Teamwork: Collaborates across departments to support payroll and HR goals Establish Trust: Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information. Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation Opportunities Competitive hourly rate. Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands. Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.* Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.* 401(k) plan with generous company matching. Flexible schedules and work/life balance. Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year. *For eligible Boot Barn Partners PAY RANGE: $30.00-33.00/hr* *compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure Physical Demands In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Partner to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. Standing, walking and squatting less than fifty percent of the work shift. Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds. Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports. Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms. [ ] Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking [ X ] Light: Office work, some lifting, bending, stooping or kneeling, walking [ ] Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending frequent lifting [ ] Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing Work Environment In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment. The workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance. Noise levels are considered moderate. Boot Barn, Inc. reserves the right to make exceptions to modify or eliminate this document or its content. This document supersedes all previous policies, procedures or guidelines pertaining to this subject. Boot Barn provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Boot Barn will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required by applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Boot Barn Store or Distribution Center or reach out to Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Option 4. California Privacy Notice #J-18808-Ljbffr