Payroll Specialist

Requirements

·High school diploma/GED.

·Degree in accounting or related field preferred but notmandatory.

·Previous experience in a payroll department preferred.

·Understanding of ongoing legislative changes which affectpayroll.

·Knowledge and experience using computerized payroll software,such as QuickBooks required

·Basic knowledge of accounting

·Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.

·Good timekeeping and an ability to meet strict deadlines.

·Organized, logical and methodical approach.

·Ability to remain calm under pressure.

·Flexibility

·A keen eye for detail and accuracy.

·Strong communication skills.

·Ability to use own initiative.

·Ability to work well within a team.

·Ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment

·Confidentiality and respect for the privacy of employee records

·Must be able to manage stress

·Must be even tempered

·Must have the ability to work as a team

·Must have the ability to work alone

·Must be energetic

·Must be organized

·Must be dependable

·Must be detailed oriented

Requirements

JobDuties

·Entering new hires into the payroll system

·Answer and clarify employee questions on payroll relatedinquiries.

·Manage, maintain and update payroll related data.

·Maintaining employee/payroll records

·Processing payroll every pay period

·Performing data entry and reconciling timesheets

·Maintains payroll processing system and records by gathering,calculating, and inputting data

·Computes employee take-home pay based on time records, benefits,and taxes

·Answers staff questions about wages, deductions, attendance, andtime records

·Handles changes in exemptions, job status, and job titles

·Adheres to payroll policies and procedures and complies withrelevant law

·Identifies, investigates, and resolves discrepancies intimesheet and payroll records

·Honors confidentiality of employees’ pay records

·Completes payroll reports for record-keeping purposes ormanagerial review

·Performs the distribution of wages through issuance of paperchecks or direct transfers to employees’ bank accounts

·Remitting payroll taxes and government reporting

·Processing levies and garnishments

·Corresponding with employees and principals regarding timesheetneeds

·Complete payroll tax forms i.e. 941, 940, W-2, UC-8, etc.

·And other related and assigned duties

JobType: Full-time

Pay:$14.00 - $17.00 per hour