Payroll Specialist
Job Description
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Process weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payroll for employees accurately and on schedule
- Maintain and update payroll records, including employee earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax information
- Review timesheets, attendance records, and payroll reports for accuracy
- Calculate overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other special payments
- Ensure compliance with payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies
- Prepare and file payroll tax reports and other required documentation
- Coordinate payroll-related activities with Human Resources and Accounting teams
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and benefits
- Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with audits
- Maintain confidentiality of employee and company payroll information
- Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reporting
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred
- 2+ years of payroll processing experience
- Knowledge of payroll systems and payroll regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Preferred Skills
- Experience with payroll software such as ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, or Workday
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus
- Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing
- Understanding of wage and hour laws
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