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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.

We’re big believers in empowering our team to do their best work by offering:

• High integrity, values-driven Executive Leadership Team
• Competitive salary and benefits plan
• Partnerships with interesting and engaging clients who align with our values
• Fun and collaborative work environment with a focus on growth

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