Payroll Specialist

Job Overview :

• Payroll Specialist The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a diverse employee population.
• This role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and in-depth knowledge of payroll practices, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
• The Payroll Specialist will analyze payroll data, resolve discrepancies, audit employee records, and support year-end reporting and reconciliation processes.
• This is a ONSITE position in Springfield, Missouri.   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage large volume of payroll information to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by researching and reviewing information provided.
• Analyze payroll data using excel.
• Audit employee information and coordinate updates needed with internal business partners.
• Create and maintain payroll software standard work.
• Assist with training end users.
• Assist with Year End activities.
• Perform other related duties and / or special projects as directed by Supervisor REQUIREMENTS Degree in business or finance.
• CPP certification; if not certified, currently working on achieving certification.
• Minimum 5-7 years of payroll experience; Healthcare preferred.
• Must have payroll tax reconciliation, auditing and working with payroll provider to ensure correct tax filing are made timely and properly.

Experienced with applying for tax IDs.