Sr. Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities

Work closely with Senior Accountant and Payroll Team Lead to ensure the accurate and timely posting of journal entries from the payroll system

Communication amongst various colleagues within the HR, Legal & Finance Departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data

Prompt response and resolution to employees

Assist accounting with month-end close reconciliations and fluctuation analysis related to salary accounts

Ensure the processing of new hires, promotions, and terminations in an accurate and timely manner

Assure payroll information is accurate through review, audit, and completion of all payroll reconciliations on bi-weekly basis

Input and maintain payroll changes including 401K elections, direct deposits, garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, stock payments, and payroll adjustments

Set up state filings and identification numbers for newly added states resulting from implementation of workforce plan

Ability to process manual checks, reversals, stop payments, relocations, and grossed up calculations

Conduct audits of data changes and requests to ensure compliancy with company policy and practices

Ability to track vacation and sick time accruals according to state labor laws and company policy

Knowledge of multi-state taxation & follows all Federal and State payroll laws.

Full understanding of and using payroll codes and transactions

Ability to run pre payroll reports and reconcile all payroll data prior to transmission to payroll provider

Support with the registration process for new state tax compliance

Perform all duties with integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and customer-service orientation

Other duties and projects assigned

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

Bachelor s Degree with 5+ years of multi-state payroll experience performing the essential payroll functions; 8+ years in lieu of degree

Advanced MS Excel Skills

Must have strong attention to detail, and the ability to accurately deliver in a fast-paced environment

Understanding of IRS guidelines for Pre and Post tax deductions

Understanding of IRS compliance and limitations

Self-Starter and is able to accomplish expected tasks with minimal supervision

Ability to multi-task and maintain composure under pressure.

Must have the ability to exercise a high level of diplomacy and tact; excellent customer services and interpersonal communication skills; Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups.

Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing Information, financial reporting, conflict resolution, applicable state and federal laws

Detail oriented and strong organizational skills

Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through on own initiative with minimum direction

Must be team-oriented

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

Knowledge of Workday a plus