Payroll Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with labor and tax laws, and maintaining accurate employee compensation records. Your expertise in payroll systems and accounting software will help us deliver precise and timely payroll services, supporting our company's commitment to employee satisfaction and regulatory adherence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your technical skills and financial knowledge in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence.

Duties

• Process payroll accurately and efficiently using systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UltiPro, Kronos, Ceridian, or other supported payroll platforms.
• Maintain and update employee records within HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems) and payroll software, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Reconcile payroll accounts regularly, including general ledger entries, debits & credits, and journal entries to ensure financial accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with employment & labor law, payroll tax regulations, and governmental accounting standards by staying current on relevant legislation.
• Prepare detailed reports on payroll transactions, tax filings, and labor law compliance for internal review and external audits.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies, process adjustments, and handle sensitive employee information securely.
• Support the integration of time & attendance systems like Kronos or other time-tracking tools to ensure precise calculation of hours worked for payroll processing.

Experience

• Proven experience working with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UltiPro, Kronos, Ceridian or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of corporate accounting principles including double entry bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, and financial analysis skills.
• Familiarity with HR systems (HRIS) and time & attendance systems used in large organizations.
• In-depth understanding of employment & labor law as well as payroll tax regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion while maintaining accuracy in data entry and reconciliation tasks.
• Experience working with spreadsheets (Excel or similar), accounting software, and governmental reporting requirements related to payroll processing.
• Excellent analytical skills combined with attention to detail for account reconciliation and financial analysis related to payroll activities.

Join us in delivering seamless payroll services that empower our employees while ensuring compliance across all financial operations!

Pay: $54,579.20 - $65,728.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote