Payroll Specialist (Remote - ADP exp)

Overview

This Payroll Specialist role supports weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing and requires a strong background in payroll processing and basic knowledge of payroll-related state and federal wage and hours laws.

• Location: Remote (in the DFW area preferred for potential training at a corporate office, but not required)
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
• Pay: $21 to $23 hourly

Responsibilities

• Collect and import hours and earnings files from various systems and sources for weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing.
• Process gross-to-net calculations in the payroll software.
• Audit hours, gross, and net payroll expenses to ensure alignment with previous pay periods; investigate and explain variances.
• Adhere to internal financial controls to ensure accurate payroll expenses for SOX compliance.
• Apply earnings and deduction codes and appropriate pay rates accurately to support correct employee pay and tax reporting.
• Communicate with appropriate departments and field branches regarding payroll issues and questions; ensure timely resolution.
• Review weekly reports to confirm pay rates are entered correctly for new employees and that final payments for terminations are processed according to state laws.
• Maintain adherence to HIPAA laws and PHI rules and guidelines.
• Follow federal, state, and local wage and hour laws and guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll information.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience
• Payroll-related activities in a multi-state payroll environment
• Strong customer service focus
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing with all levels of staff
• Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have ADP experience
• Able to work in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Capable of learning new technology applications

Preferred Qualifications

• ADP Vantage experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Continued Education
• PTO Plan
• Retirement Planning
• Life Insurance
• Employee discounts

Location Note

Remote work is available; being in the DFW area is preferred for potential training at a corporate office, but it is not required.