This is a remote position.
About Schumacher Law Group
Schumacher Law Group is a law firm focused on providing legal services and professional support to its clients. The firm values professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, and efficient business operations. Its administrative and financial functions help support the firm's employees and day-to-day activities.
Job Description
Schumacher Law Group is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Processor to manage payroll processing and maintain accurate employee payroll records. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, reviewing payroll information, processing deductions, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting compliance with applicable payroll regulations.
The ideal candidate has strong numerical and organizational skills, understands payroll procedures, and can handle sensitive financial and employee information with discretion. This role works closely with the firm's Human Resources and Finance teams to support accurate payroll administration and smooth business operations.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Process employee payroll accurately and according to established payroll schedules.
- Review timesheets, attendance records, overtime, paid time off, and payroll adjustments.
- Calculate wages, deductions, tax withholdings, and other applicable payments.
- Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
- Verify employee information and resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
- Coordinate with Human Resources and Finance regarding new hires, employee status changes, and terminations.
- Prepare payroll reports and assist with reconciliation and audits.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay checks, deductions, and payroll issues.
- Maintain payroll documentation and follow internal policies and procedures.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional accounting or payroll training preferred.
- Previous experience in payroll processing, bookkeeping, accounting, or a related field preferred.
- Knowledge of payroll procedures, tax withholding, and employee deductions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software.
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage recurring payroll tasks.
Project Goal
The primary goal of this role is to maintain a reliable, accurate, and timely payroll process that supports Schumacher Law Group's workforce and financial operations. The Payroll Processor will help minimize payroll errors, maintain compliant records, protect sensitive employee information, and improve the efficiency of payroll administration.
Requirements
Required Skills
- Knowledge of payroll processing, payroll administration, and employee compensation.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and data-entry skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll processing software.
- Understanding of payroll tax withholding, employee deductions, overtime, and paid time off calculations.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Ability to maintain accurate payroll records and protect confidential employee information.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to meet payroll deadlines and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with Human Resources, Finance, and other administrative personnel.
Preferred Skills
- Experience using payroll platforms such as ADP, Paychex, or QuickBooks Payroll.
- Familiarity with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and employee timekeeping software.
- Experience with payroll reconciliation, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures.
- Experience processing payroll adjustments, bonuses, garnishments, and employee benefit deductions.
- Familiarity with payroll administration in a professional services or law firm environment.
- Experience improving payroll procedures and maintaining organized digital records.
Specific Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: One to two years of payroll processing, bookkeeping, accounting, or related administrative experience preferred.
- Technical proficiency: Ability to use spreadsheets, payroll systems, and standard office software.
- Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive employee, financial, and compensation information responsibly.
- Compliance: Ability to follow company policies and applicable payroll and employment regulations.
- Professionalism: Strong integrity, reliability, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Work requirements: Ability to complete recurring payroll tasks accurately and meet established deadlines.
Additional Expectations
The Payroll Processor at Schumacher Law Group is expected to maintain accurate payroll records, support timely employee payments, assist with payroll reporting, and contribute to efficient financial administration. The successful candidate will demonstrate discretion, accountability, and a commitment to maintaining reliable payroll operations.
Benefits
Company Benefits
Schumacher Law Group offers a professional work environment that supports employee well-being, career development, and work-life balance. Benefits may include:
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to the company's benefits plan.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation days, sick leave, and personal time off in accordance with company policy.
- Retirement Benefits: Access to a retirement savings plan, if offered.
- Paid Holidays: Paid time off for designated company holidays.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for job-related training and skill development.
- Work Environment: A professional, collaborative, and supportive workplace.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to develop payroll, accounting, and administrative skills.
- Employee Support: Guidance and resources to support employees in their roles.