Payroll Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with labor and tax laws, and maintaining accurate payroll records. Your expertise will help ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time, while safeguarding sensitive information and adhering to all regulatory requirements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced organization that values precision, confidentiality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll using various systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UltiPro, Kronos, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, and other payroll platforms supported by the organization.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, labor regulations, and tax legislation across multiple jurisdictions.
• Reconcile payroll data by verifying entries in spreadsheets, accounting software, and HR systems like HRIS platforms.
• Handle payroll tax calculations and filings accurately while maintaining confidentiality of employee information.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to update employee records related to compensation, benefits, and time & attendance systems.
• Perform account reconciliations for payroll-related general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Support audits by providing detailed reports on payroll processing, tax filings, and labor law compliance.

Skills

• Extensive experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, Kronos, UltiPro, PeopleSoft, Ceridian or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of employment & labor law, payroll tax regulations, and governmental accounting standards.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets (Excel), accounting software (QuickBooks or equivalent), and financial analysis tools.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Familiarity with time & attendance systems and payroll management processes.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles including double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, debits & credits, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy (10 key typing) and attention to detail in payroll processing tasks.

Join us in a role that combines technical expertise with strategic impact! Your dedication will ensure smooth payroll operations while supporting our organizational growth through precise financial management and compliance adherence.

Pay: $26.08 - $31.41 per hour

Work Location: In person