Payroll Specialist

SummaryThe Payroll Specialist will provide operational support to all steps required to ensure "zero defect" weekly payroll cycle. This individual will also serve as a point of contact, providing as back-up to the payroll Manager, provide quality customer service to employees by responding to and resolving payroll-related inquiries in a timely manner, providing follow-up communication, as necessary. Responsibilities * Input, review, and audit timekeeping and other payroll-related records * Train new users (employees, Supervisors, and Managers) in the proper use, audit, and approval for timekeeping system * Audit ensuring data accuracy for new hire, job change, salary actions, termination, and other payroll and employment related documents as received to the payroll department for expected paycheck results * Audit and communicate results to the appropriate Supervisor/Manager to ensure timely updates related to missing time punches, time-off request, and timeclock schedules * Input for on-cycle, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls on weekly basis as assigned and ensuring timeliness and accuracy for: time file batches, historical/retro activities, termination payments, adjustments, supplemental payments, and all third-party interface files * Maintain all updates and documents related to Payroll audits, workflows, and work procedures * Assist in all year end processing including auditing, reconciling, and producing W-2s * Receive, review, and input for processing of Garnishments and Lien documents complying with all Federal and State Laws for payments and required response(s); ensure that ADP can appropriately deduct and pay recipient appropriately * Support with day-to-day administration of all payrolls related tasks * Maintain department electronic documents and ensure accuracy for record retention, audit, and SOX compliance within payroll, as needed * Assist with maintaining all necessary updates for internal communications related to Kronos, ADP, and Success Factor as related to payroll information, training, forms, notifications, etc. * Perform other duties, as necessary Requirements * High School Diploma required with 5 years' experience in payroll administration role or Associates Degree in Accounting or related field with 2 years' minimum experience * Working knowledge of payroll processes including data entry, pay calculations, garnishments, tax set-up, benefits, multi-state taxation rules, and wage & hour laws, etc. * Experience with ADP and/or Kronos preferred * Intermediate Excel skills * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to understand and track missing and/or required payroll components * Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information reviewed and processed * Enjoy daily interactions with employees, managers, and leadership via email, phone, teams, or in person * Ability to understand, calculate, and explain complicated calculations and figures * Monday and Tuesday (remote available); Wednesday, Thursday and Friday are on site * High School Diploma required with 5 years' experience in payroll administration role or Associates Degree in Accounting or related field with 2 years' minimum experience * Working knowledge of payroll processes including data entry, pay calculations, garnishments, tax set-up, benefits, multi-state taxation rules, and wage & hour laws, etc. * Experience with ADP and/or Kronos preferred * Intermediate Excel skills * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to understand and track missing and/or required payroll components * Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information reviewed and processed * Enjoy daily interactions with employees, managers, and leadership via email, phone, teams, or in person * Ability to understand, calculate, and explain complicated calculations and figures * Monday and Tuesday (remote available); Wednesday, Thursday and Friday are on sit