Payroll Specialist

Overview

Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Specialist and become a vital contributor to our organization’s financial integrity and employee satisfaction. In this role, you will manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and support accurate financial reporting. Your expertise will help streamline payroll operations, uphold regulatory standards, and foster clear communication with employees and stakeholders alike. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your accounting and finance experience in a fast-paced environment committed to excellence.

Duties

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring all employee compensation, deductions, bonuses, and benefits are correctly calculated and recorded.
• Maintain detailed payroll records, including timekeeping data, tax filings, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and industry-specific financial regulations during payroll processing.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to verify employee data, benefit enrollments, and tax information for accuracy.
• Utilize financial software and spreadsheets to develop financial models related to payroll expenses and forecasts.
• Conduct audits of payroll data periodically to identify discrepancies or errors, implementing corrective actions promptly.
• Stay current on changes in tax laws, labor regulations, and financial compliance standards affecting payroll operations.
• Communicate effectively with clients (employees) regarding payroll inquiries, resolving issues efficiently while maintaining confidentiality.
• Support projects related to mergers & acquisitions by integrating payroll systems and ensuring seamless transition processes.
• Assist in the development of internal controls for payroll processing and financial compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on payroll processing or related functions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel spreadsheets for analysis and modeling purposes.
• Knowledge of financial software systems used for payroll management and accounting functions.
• Familiarity with GAAP standards, tax accounting principles, and industry regulations governing financial compliance.
• Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets accurately.
• Experience in auditing procedures related to payroll or financial operations is preferred.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities to handle multiple tasks efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Industry knowledge of financial regulations affecting payroll processing is highly desirable.
• Effective client communication skills to address employee inquiries professionally and clearly.

Join us as a Payroll Specialist where your expertise will drive operational excellence while supporting our commitment to transparency, compliance, and employee well-being!

Pay: $26.08 - $31.40 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Work Location: Remote