Payroll Specialist

A successful distribution company is adding a Payroll Specialist to their team. This company is open to considering entry level candidates who are looking to learn and grow with an established company that has been around for over 30 years!

Duties:

• Prepare and review payroll checks including vacation checks and benefit deductions for 500-600 employees
• Oversee compliance with state and federal regulations as well as compliance with company policy regarding payroll issues and time clock administration
• Look for pay discrepancies/irregularities and investigate and adjust accordingly
• Review federal, state, and local forms
• Prepare special reports for tax, social security and insurance needs
• Post payroll to general ledger in McCloud software
• Manage child support and tax garnishment withholdings
• Process 401k deposits and company match
• Improve processes making recommendations to controller
• Distribute and mail paycheck stubs that are requested
• Maintain confidentiality of all personnel files, status change and payroll records
• Help manager as needed
• Process new hire and separation reporting
• Communicate with truck drivers regularly on the phone and email

Requirements:

• Any degree a plus but not required
• 0-1+ years of experience – willing to train entry level
• Manage multiple tasks while communicating with team members daily
• Comfortable managing confidential information
• Pass background check – credit & criminal
• Excel proficiency
• Professional communication skills
• Knowledge of accounting, HR and or payroll systems preferred