SC Payroll Specialist (ADP Vantage Exp a Plus)

Overview

This role involves performing payroll functions including processing detailed time and earnings information to produce accurate gross to net pay calculations using payroll software. The Payroll Specialist must have a strong background in payroll processing and a basic knowledge of payroll-related state and federal wage and hour laws. Effective communication and strong customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of payroll processing experience
• Experience with payroll activities in a multi-state payroll environment
• Strong customer service orientation
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills at all staff levels
• Ability to multitask under tight deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with ADP Vantage preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to learn new technology applications

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $21 to $23
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Continued education opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO) plan
• Retirement planning options
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts

Location & Schedule

• Remote position
• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM