Payroll Specialist

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• Degree in accounting or related field preferred but not mandatory.
• Previous experience in a payroll department preferred.
• Understanding of ongoing legislative changes which affect payroll.
• Knowledge and experience using computerized payroll software, such as QuickBooks required Skills
• Basic knowledge of accounting
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
• Good timekeeping and an ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Organized, logical and methodical approach.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Flexibility
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment
• Confidentiality and respect for the privacy of employee records Abilities Needed
• Must be able to manage stress
• Must be even tempered
• Must have the ability to work as a team
• Must have the ability to work alone
• Must be energetic
• Must be organized
• Must be dependable
• Must be detailed oriented Requirements Job Duties
• Entering new hires into the payroll system
• Answer and clarify employee questions on payroll related inquiries.
• Manage, maintain and update payroll related data.
• Maintaining employee/payroll records
• Processing payroll every pay period
• Performing data entry and reconciling timesheets
• Maintains payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data
• Computes employee take-home pay based on time records, benefits, and taxes
• Answers staff questions about wages, deductions, attendance, and time records
• Handles changes in exemptions, job status, and job titles
• Adheres to payroll policies and procedures and complies with relevant law
• Identifies, investigates, and resolves discrepancies in timesheet and payroll records
• Honors confidentiality of employees’ pay records
• Completes payroll reports for record-keeping purposes or managerial review
• Performs the distribution of wages through issuance of paper checks or direct transfers to employees’ bank accounts
• Remitting payroll taxes and government reporting
• Processing levies and garnishments
• Corresponding with employees and principals regarding timesheet needs
• Complete payroll tax forms i.e. 941, 940, W-2, UC-8, etc.
• And other related and assigned duties Job Type: Full-time Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour