Payroll Specialist - Bilingual

Purpose and Scope of Position:

• Performs key HR support duties including payroll and HRIS administration, and provides overall HR support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists with the preparation and processing of biweekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reviews payroll reports for accuracy and assists with resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date employee information in the HRIS and payroll systems.
• Processes employee changes including new hires, compensation changes, transfers, promotions, terminations, leaves of absence, and other personnel updates.
• Administers employee garnishments, including setup, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Assists with payroll tax and compliance-related reporting as needed.
• Assists employees with payroll-related questions and provides timely resolution or escalates issues when appropriate.
• Supports benefits administration and assists employees with general benefit-related questions.
• Maintains confidential employee records and ensures information is handled appropriately.
• Assists with employment verifications, HR reports, audits, and other HR-related requests.
• Assists with onboarding and offboarding processes, including HRIS and payroll system updates.
• Assists with special projects and reports as needed.

Essential Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of payroll processes and HR practices preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Performance Measurements:

• Accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing.
• Timely and accurate completion of HRIS and employee record updates.
• Responsiveness to employee payroll and HR inquiries.
• Accuracy and completion of assigned reports and projects.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Education/Certification:

• A two-year college degree or equivalent preferred; relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.

Experience:

• Payroll experience is preferred, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Language Requirements:

• Must be able to read and write fluently in English and Spanish

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for 8 hours a day
• Ability to perform fine manipulation such as typing for 8 hours
• Ability to lift or carry 20-40 pounds occasionally
• Ability to push or pull 20-40 pounds occasionally

Work Environment:

• Office setting

Snugzusa LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is a supporter of diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.