Payroll & Timekeeping Specialist

Responsibilities Prepare, review, and submit payroll-related files (payroll, expense, supplemental files). Review payroll detail reports and confirm payroll readiness. Approve employee time in Evero and HRIS (i.e., Paycom). Perform end‑of‑pay‑period payroll finalization tasks. Maintain roster approval workflows. Review and resolve timekeeping discrepancies (raised issues, no service duration, indirect punches, billing differences). Correct misaligned or unlinked service entries. Collaborate with staff and teams to resolve time entry issues. Monitor flagged roster entries and request corrections or MVVs. Monitor overtime usage and conduct mid‑cycle reviews. Process and enter overtime including weighted overtime. Provide guidance on overtime compliance. Perform billing rate batch approvals. Resolve billing exceptions including overages and retro hours. Generate staff activity and transportation pay reports. Ensure alignment between payroll and billing data. Serve as liaison between SDS, Payroll, Finance, and QA teams. Respond to payroll‑related staff inquiries. Audit and maintain documentation and audit trails. Ensure compliance with OPWDD and CFS policies. Support payroll audits and identify risks while recommending improvements. Requirements Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. 2–4 years of payroll, billing, or financial operations experience. Experience with OPWDD SDS or FI programs preferred. Experience with Evero and HRIS (UKG, Paycom) preferred. Strong knowledge of payroll and timekeeping systems. Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy skills. Ability to manage deadlines and high‑volume work. Strong problem‑solving and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. #J-18808-Ljbffr