Payroll Specialist (40082)
Our client in the greater Madison area is looking for an entry-level Payroll Specialist to join their team on a direct-hire permanent basis ! For our client, the ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to work both as a team and independently.
This is a great opportunity for new grads to get their foot in the door with a well-known and reputable organization. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply below!
Responsibilities :
- The Payroll Specialist will compile payroll data such as hours worked, taxes, and insurance to be withheld, and employee identification number, from time sheets and other records.
- Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports
- Generate and send out weekly and monthly sales invoices in ERP systems.
- Perform various journal entries, account reconciliations, and provides general ledger support.
- Send out various month-end intercompany invoices.
- Participate in daily and monthly bank reconciliations and year-end activities such as reconciling and distributing W-2’s as required.
- Manage annual 1099 filings.
- Assist Accounting Managers with other tax filings as needed.
- Compile and enter data for quarterly and annual government census surveys.
- Working closely with the benefits team to assist with benefits related questions.
Requirements :
- The Payroll Specialist will have an Associate’s degree in Accounting or Human Resources or other business-related field.
- Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- General accounting knowledge; including but not limited to understanding financial statements and general accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and problem solve.
- Strong computer skills, including experience with payroll and time and attendance software.
2 days ago