Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist will process multiple bi-weekly payrolls for both exempt and non-exempt employees in a multi-state environment. At peak capacity, the payroll load includes as many as 3,500 employees. Payroll processing includes ancillary payroll tasks including audits, tax payments, G/L reconciliation, garnishments and deductions, adjustments and documenting procedures. Responsible for preparing various reports, maintaining accurate files and accounting records as well as conducting analysis and account reconciliation on a frequent basis. Position reports to AP/PR Manager and is non-exempt from overtime (paid for overtime).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process multiple bi-weekly payrolls for exempt and non-exempt employees. This is high frequency, time-sensitive work

. * Maintain knowledge of tax rules and regulations that govern payroll administration practices and ensure that payroll-related transactions are processed in compliance with external and internal policies, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Perform General Ledger reconciliation process for all payroll accounts. Generate reports for actuals and accruals. Work with the Finance department on bank reconciliation.
• Manage reconciliation of employee receivables.
• Set up, process, and maintain changes to an employee’s voluntary and involuntary deductions such as direct deposits, benefits and garnishments.
• Reconcile and calculate payroll adjustments, issue checks, process manual checks and void checks as needed.
• Assist with filing all required payroll tax reports and processing payments. * Prepare accounts payable garnishment check requests and 401(k) wire payments as required.
• Assist department managers and staff by answering payroll procedural questions, as well as researching and resolving payroll problems and discrepancies.
• Run and provide post payroll reports for 401(k) and deferred compensation to facilitate reconciliation for proper financial reporting and auditing.
• Process all taxable fringe benefits along with all other year-end entries; review and assist in the distribution of employee W-2s. * Work with HR department and employees to process replacement payroll checks.
• Work with HR department to collaboratively administer all company attendance and time reporting, benefits and payroll policies. * Assist with special projects as required.
• Prepare supporting schedules for annual audit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least a two year business degree with an accounting emphasis.

• Minimum of 3 years of heavy payroll processing experience in a multi-state environment.
• Experience handling bonuses, 401(k) and other benefits.
• Must have excellent customer-service orientation and a high degree of professionalism.
• Must be flexible, able to manage multiple tasks, and have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of payroll policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Knowledge of general accounting and accrual principles
• Experience in month-end close and reconciliation process.
• Strong research and resolution skills, problem solving skills, and data analysis skills. * Strong documentation, recordkeeping and filing skills.
• Strong proficiency with UltiPro or similar HRIS systems, 10-key data entry and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize and coordinate workload with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to handle confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Prompt and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Qualified candidates must be willing and available to work extended hours as needed.

Work Schedule: * Core hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Overtime is expected in order to keep up with all accounting and payroll deadlines, as the needs of the overall accounting department dictate.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Payroll processing: 3 years (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Required)