Payroll Specialist

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Payroll Specialist 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1780 Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually Job Summary This position works closely with and provides administrative support to the Human Resources Manager by handling a variety of administrative responsibilities and supporting several specialized functions with the primary responsibility being to accurately process payroll. The person in this position should have very strong excel and data entry skills with experience utilizing both for time keeping purposes. Education and Experience Two to four years of payroll processing Direct human resource department work experience in all employee lifecycle phases Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) along with proficient word processing, spreadsheets and other general computer skills required. A bachelor’s or associate degree in related field preferred Must possess knowledge and experience working with ADP Workforce Now Familiarity with New York employment laws and regulations Essential Duties & Functions Process weekly payroll for hourly employees and bi-weekly payroll for salary employees. Update ADP Payroll files with pay rate changes, address, deduction changes, etc. Maintain accurate attendance and employment logs for hourly employees and communicate with leadership as necessary. Create, run, and distribute payroll reports to necessary recipients weekly. Assist with the recruitment process, from job posting to interviewing and onboarding new employees. Effectively communicate with management to ensure timely and accurate timecard approvals. Assist with employee queries and concerns, fostering a positive work environment. Ensure HR and Payroll policies and practices are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations. Actively identify opportunities for improvement of key processes and improving employee experience and drive change management. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Regularly required to communicate, both orally and in writing; occasionally required to speak on the telephone for extended periods of time. Frequently required to sit; occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel, stand and walk. Regularly required to use hands to type, grasp, handle, or feel; reach, push or pull with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Regularly required to demonstrate a high degree of attention to details, quality standards and accuracy. Must have the ability to handle and organize multiple priorities and deadlines. Must have the ability to travel occasionally. Must have the ability to occasionally lift and or move 10 lbs. or more. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It may not constitute an exhaustive statement of the essential functions, responsibilities or requirements of the job, which are dictated by the needs of the office, department and supervisor(s) to whom the employee is assigned. Employment is at will. Accordingly, the Company may change the functions and responsibilities of this position at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr