Payroll Specialist

Position Summary :

• The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely preparation and payment of company payroll. As a part of the finance team, the Payroll Specialist will provide friendly customer service to all employees and use problem solving skills to resolve any issues.
Location :
• Olathe, KS
• Olathe, KS

Education :

• Requires High School Diploma
• Associate's degree or higher preferred

Experience :

• Minimum 1-3 years of payroll experience
• Proficient in Excel
• Knowledge of multi-state taxation is preferred
• Experience using ADP payroll reporting system is preferred.
• Strong Analytical skills to define problems, identify solutions and to implement changes.
• Must be comfortable working with all levels of business personnel.
• Ability to promote and drive an environment of continuous improvement.
• Ability to work with confidential information

Licensure / Certification :

• Valid drivers license
• Valid Auto Insurance
• At least 21 years old

Essential Duties :

• Maintain all payroll records, reports, and audits; works closely with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with relevant tax laws and government regulations
• Knowledgeable of processing each division’s payroll and able to assist during staff shortage or growth of organization
• Ensures all timesheets are submitted in compliance with policy, contract, state and regulatory requirements
• Process bi-weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner utilizing time and pay reporting systems.
• Reviews, audits, and balances payroll prior to transmission to ensure time and deductions are entered accurately
• Reviews computed wages and corrects any errors to ensure the accuracy of earnings · Review payroll taxes and verifying accuracy by state and city if applicable
• Maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, accounting teams and business units · Provide friendly customer service to employees with payroll questions or issues
• Troubleshooting payroll issues within multiple business units
• Processing garnishments and assuring they are withheld and paid timely
• Assure that all legally required taxes are correctly setup, withheld and paid in a timely and accurate manner and reconciled accordingly
• Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential · Performs other duties and special projects as requested by Payroll Manager
• Prepare Month End reports per close deadlines Behavioral Expectations :
• Demonstrate professionalism and accountability in all interactions.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with all stakeholders.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Display flexibility and adaptability in response to changing priorities and circumstances.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive information.
• Other duties may be assigned according to qualification of staff and development of programs.

Join Us :

• We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
• Bring out the potential in you by joining an experienced payroll team!
22 days ago