Payroll Specialist

Description

The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all

payroll functions. The Payroll Specialist is the primary contact for all payroll inquiries and

requires exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will and respond to frequent and urgent requests for information about payroll, tax, vacation and sick time, report generation, general ledger, and other general payroll policy matters.

Requirements

Checking timesheets for accuracy

Entering data into databases and spreadsheet

Handling direct deposit requests and data

Processing paper checks for distribution

Acquiring all necessary signatures to distribute payroll

Processing wage garnishments

Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses and commission

Processes out of cycle checks and employee separations.

Serve as a point of contact for employees inquiries regarding paychecks, direct deposit and/or general payroll questions.

Maintaining current employee salary allocations per payroll.

Troubleshoot problems with paychecks, tax deductions, vacation and sick accruals, and

other payroll-related matters by researching and respond accordingly with related staff and managers.

Runs and prepares reports on a regular basis for payroll.

Demonstrated ability to process new hires, terminations, status changes, tax changes, deductions, calculating wage and overtime payments, double time and other duties associated with standard payroll processing.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma

Strong PC skills

General math skills

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic and team player

Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills