Payroll Specialist

Pay $26-$30/hr DOE. Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll management systems, accounting principles. The Payroll Specialist will play a key role in maintaining precise payroll records and processing payroll taxes. Responsibilities Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations to manage compliance. Ensure compliance with tax regulations and prepare tax filings as required. File and maintain payroll tax records which may include calculating and finalizing. Assist with general ledger reconciliation and analysis of payroll-related accounts. Assist with month-end closing procedures and financial reporting activities. Conduct audits to ensure proper payroll procedures and compliance with internal policies. Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare journal entries for financial reporting. Maintain detailed records of payroll transactions and employee data for auditing purposes. Collaborate with HRIS team to update employee information within HR management systems. Managing end-to-end weekly payroll processes, maintaining accurate employee data, updating HRIS records, and ensuring compliance across multiple payroll entities (onboarding, changes, terminations, updating employee records based on HR paperwork). Conduct account reconciliations and verify accuracy of financial data involving debits & credits, double entry bookkeeping, and technical accounting procedures. Requirements Experience with tax compliance related to payroll taxes and filings. Proficiency in payroll management software such as Kronos, Quick books, etc. Understanding of corporate accounting principles including general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation. Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy. Ability to analyze financial data effectively and identify discrepancies or errors. Solid understanding of financial concepts such as debits & credits, double entry bookkeeping, and technical accounting procedures. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Environmental Factors Work is done primarily indoors in regulated central heat and air-conditioned building. Occasional exposure to cement dust in windy weather, upon entering and exiting plant. Prerequisites / Certification Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related financial field or. Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field preferred. An ideal candidate may also hold a four-year college diploma in a similar field and. Two years or more years of payroll administration experience within a payroll system. #J-18808-Ljbffr