Payroll Specialist

Location

Remote

Job Type

Full Time

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Experience

2 years or more

Practical QMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About the Role

Practical Quality Management Systems (PQMS) is seeking a meticulous and dedicated Payroll Specialist with a minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll administration. The ideal candidate will have a keen understanding of payroll procedures and laws, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all payroll transactions are processed efficiently and accurately.
• Collect, calculate, and enter data in order to maintain and update payroll information.
• Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and non-taxable wages and report on this information.
• Determine payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal and state income, social security taxes, and employer social security, unemployment, and workers compensation payments.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee payroll queries.
• Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures, keeping information confidential.
• Process changes for payroll, such as insurance coverage, loan payments, and salary increases.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field.

• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a payroll specialist or payroll manager.
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices.
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.