Certified Payroll Specialist

Express seeks a Certified Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations, tax withholding, and regulatory compliance. If you have the skills, experience, and a great work ethic, we would love you to apply. Compensation $44,000.00 - $50,000.00 annually Core Responsibilities Payroll Processing: Managing the complete, cyclical lifecycle of employee compensation for hourly and salaried workers. Data Maintenance: Inputting and auditing employee data, including new hires, terminations, rate adjustments, and direct deposit information. Time Tracking: Verifying digital timesheets and correcting discrepancies to ensure correct wage distribution. Deduction Administration: Calculating and processing voluntary benefits deductions, 401(k) allocations, and mandatory court-ordered garnishments. Tax Compliance: Computing and filing federal, multi-state, and local payroll taxes under regional labor and tax guidelines. Regulatory Reporting: Creating internal payroll metrics, monthly ledger journal entries, and annual reporting variables like W-2 and tax forms. System Auditing: Conducting regular internal database audits and supplying records to external corporate auditors. Employee Support: Answering internal staff inquiries regarding paycheck distribution, tax withholdings, and benefits payouts. Key Skills and Qualifications Professional Certification: Possession of a CPP credential, Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or NACPB CPS designation. Software Proficiency: Experience handling enterprise platforms like Workday, ADP, Paychex, Gusto, or QuickBooks Payroll. Regulatory Knowledge: Deep mastery of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), multi-state tax jurisdictions, and local labor mandates. Technical Skillsets: Advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel, database administration, and general financial accounting. Interpersonal Abilities: Strict attention to record detail, high confidentiality standards, and strong communication skills. Education and Experience Requirements Minimum Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Work Experience: 2 to 5 years of dedicated corporate payroll experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr