Payroll Specialist

Description :

The following list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or modified, as necessary.

• Maintain employee records including, but not limited to new hires, transfers, changes to pay, separations, garnishments and other deductions, into the payroll system.
• Review and audit time and attendance for integrity, following company policies.
• Enter information into the payroll system and processes payroll on a bi-weekly basis, including off-cycle or manual checks as needed.
• Prepare and submit various management and payroll reports, including the payroll distribution wire, ensuring the safeguarding of personal and confidential information.
• Administer the payroll process for bonus programs and any other special payments.
• Responsible for set-up and system maintenance of pay programs and policies including time off programs within the payroll system.
• Provide payroll training and support for employees and managers, both in person and virtually.
• Respond on behalf of the company to requests for employment verification, unemployment claims, and other inquiries.
• Prepare and provide information for any government or agency required data collection in accordance with government regulations and organizational policy.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team, Corporate Benefits and other departments, including Property Accounting, Asset Management, and Corporate Accounting in payroll and HR related tasks and projects.
• Process payroll from start to finish including year-end requirements.
• Perform other payroll and HR related tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements :

Degree or equivalent training and education is required :

• Bachelor's degree is preferred. Four years of experience in payroll administration position.
• The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
• Understanding and practical experience and application of HR policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated capabilities with HR Technology, specifically payroll systems; experience with ADP PayForce preferred.
• Familiarity with US Labor Laws as they relate to payroll, including but not limited to : FLSA and other legislation.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written form.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels, with a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with high aptitude for auditing numbers and information.
• Ability to analyze payroll / HR system issues.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel to create spreadsheets with formula calculations, as well as format, produce and revise documents and reports.
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing preferred.

The hourly rate range for this position is between $28 - $30 / hour, without benefits

Compensation :

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography / market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.