Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist The incumbent is solely responsible for all payroll and related activities.
Performs all activities necessary to process company payrolls as well as performs administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s human resource department.
Responsibilities Compile payroll data, process and transmit payroll in an accurate, timely manner in accordance with established payroll processing calendars, and state and federal regulations.
Assist managers, timekeepers, and schedulers with systems to ensure accurate time accounting for all employees.
Communicate with Paycor to enable accurate and timely processing of payroll.
Administer electronic deposits for all deposits to ensure all taxes, employees, and benefits are compliantly paid.
Ensure payroll reports are downloaded and data is securely and confidentially maintained.
Enter and extract data from Paycor for reporting, compliance, and metrics purposes.
Provide administrative support by processing payroll-related expenses and reimbursements, responding to requests for verification of employment.
Stay abreast of Payroll compliance issues and Payroll system upgrades via continuing professional development.
Generate, complete and process quarterly Worker’s Comp filings with the state.
Data entry of new hires including collecting banking information for direct deposit setup, I9 verifications, background checks, and onboarding documentation collection.
Document and update procedures for all facets of payroll processing.
Process request for hire.
Conducts or assists with new hire orientation.
Off-board employees from Paycor including reconciling outstanding deductions such as uniforms, meals, and benefits.
Research employee payroll inquiries or answers questions.
Assist with annual merits, increases, special, and retroactive calculations.
Organizing Payroll Storage and documentation.
Have a knowledge of and keep current with the taxation of salaries, benefits, and other factors.
Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications.
Reconcile the general ledger regarding payroll transactions.
Detect and process issues with uncollected payroll.
Research and respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns.
Processes regular payroll information, as well as bonuses and off-cycle checks.
Performs periodic audits of files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with customers, both internal and external.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications 3 to 5 years of payroll experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficient with payroll management and similar computer applications.
Strong knowledge of tax and wage laws.
Good understanding of the common fiscal procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
CPP preferred.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or accounting preferred.
Physically able to work seated in front of a computer for long hours at a time.
Benefits Work hours: approximately 24 hours a week Holiday and sick pay Free golf on Mondays after 3 PM (dependent on scheduled events) Discounted employee meals Mortgage discount program