Overview
This role involves processing and administering employee payroll with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. You will serve as a primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries and partner with Human Resources, Finance, and other teams to support smooth payroll operations.
Responsibilities
- Process payroll on weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly schedules, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately and on time
- Review and audit payroll data, including timecards, earnings, deductions, and taxes, to maintain data integrity
- Maintain comprehensive employee payroll records and update information for new hires, terminations, status changes, and compensation adjustments
- Administer wage garnishments, levies, child support orders, and other deductions
- Reconcile payroll reports and prepare journal entries
- Assist with payroll tax filings, including W-2 processing at year-end
- Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll policies
- Support internal audits and provide required payroll documentation
- Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and other departments to ensure seamless payroll operations
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and increase efficiency
Requirements
- Minimum of three years of payroll processing experience
- Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards
- Experience processing multi-state payroll is preferred
- Proficiency with payroll systems such as ADP, Paycom, UKG, Workday, Ceridian, or similar platforms
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle complex payroll scenarios efficiently
Preferred Qualifications
- CPP certification (advantageous but not required)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and holiday leave
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Collaborative, supportive work environment focused on continuous learning
- Additional perks may include discretionary bonuses and other incentives based on performance and organizational needs
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunity.