Accounting, Auditing, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Finance, Human Resources, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability, Tax Regulations, Time Management, Writing Skills
A detail-oriented Payroll Specialist responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, including wage calculations, timesheet management, and compliance with tax and labor regulations. This role maintains payroll records, resolves discrepancies, supports employee inquiries, and collaborates across departments to enhance payroll efficiency and compliance, including union workforce requirements.
Client Details
My client is a waste and logistics company providing collection, transportation, and disposal services for various materials. They focus on efficient operations, reliable service, and sustainability to support commercial and industrial customers.
Description
- Process weekly payroll accurately and on time
- Maintain and update payroll records, including employee changes
- Calculate deductions such as taxes, benefits, and garnishments
- Resolve payroll inquiries and discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations
- Perform payroll audits and reconciliations
- Partner with HR and Finance to align payroll data
- Support year-end reporting, including W-2s and tax filings
- Administer union payroll requirements and contract-based increases
- Identify process improvements and resolve root causes
- Assist with audits, reporting, and general HR support
Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related discipline preferred
- 2+ years of experience in payroll or a comparable role
- Hands-on experience with Ceridian Dayforce and strong Excel capabilities, especially for data analysis
- Solid knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance standards
- Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
- Strong time management and organizational abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple deadlines
- Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Job Offer
Competitive pay and a strong benefits package
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