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Payroll Specialist

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Description

We are currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to help support our internal services team. This role will report to Finance.

Core Responsibilities

•       Process payroll for salaried and hourly exempt and non-exempt US  employees through ADP Workforce Now
•       Process manual payroll checks, direct deposit related transactions, check cancellations, check reissues 
•       Follow up with appropriate parties regarding late timesheet reporting
•       Ensure time off accruals and use are properly recorded
•       Partner with HR for compensation adjustments, benefit deductions OR QLE changes, severance agreements, etc.
•       Maintain payroll processes by creating and updating policies and procedures
•       Analyze, investigate, troubleshoot and resolve payroll data errors; inspect system output and standard reports
•       Comply with federal, multi-state and local payroll tax requirements and resolve any related issues in a timely manner
•       Provide outstanding customer service to a diverse and remote workforce
•       Prepare accounting entries to record payroll activity in the general ledger
•       Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts including staff benefit deductions
•       Respond to payroll requests related to annual financials and 401k audits
•       Employment and mortgage verification
•       Reconciliation of payroll general ledger accounts

Experience Requirements:

•       3-5 years U.S. multi-state payroll experience
•       ADP Workforce Now experience preferred
•       Ability to process payroll under tight time constraints  
•       Working knowledge of Federal and State FMLA, and 401K administration 
•       Desire to contribute in a team focused, rapidly growing, fast paced environment.  Start-up experience preferred.
•       Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Excel including use of pivot tables and Vlook-ups required.
•       Proficient in payroll processes, procedures and payroll tax compliance
•       Ability to identify and recommend process improvements
•       Ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment required
•       Ability to understand and explain complex policies and procedures regarding employment taxes, retirement contributions, miscellaneous employee deductions, etc.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical Plan
• English Lessons
• Trainings and Certifications
• Remote with office available
• Relaxed and friendly work environment
• Schedule flexibility with results oriented philosophy

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