Description The Payroll Specialist will oversee and supervise the organization’s payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Responsibilities: • Oversees the daily workflow of the department. • Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, commissions, taxes, and other deductions. • Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates. • Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions. • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices. • Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors. • Identifies and recommends updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures. • Monitors the HR Inbox and addresses issues related to payroll, the payroll system, employment verification, and changes to employee information that are confidential in nature. • Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: • Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong supervisory and leadership skills. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. • Proficient with payroll software. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred. • Three to five years of related experience required. Physical Requirements: • Lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required infrequently. • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Benefits • Medical, dental, life and vision insurance • 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match • Paid Time Off • Specified Paid Holidays Disclaimer: This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management.