Payroll Services Specialist

Job Description

Under close supervision, responsible for payroll processing functions and activities in compliance with regulatory standards, policies and procedures. Assists and supports all aspects of departmental operations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Administers payroll practices utilizing diverse procedures and program requirements for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
• Processes payroll utilizing automated time-keeping systems and prepares government reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides payroll support by training employees and managers in the use of automated time-keeping systems.
• Completes all phases of the payroll processing cycle and prepares/files various bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• May fill in for supervisor as needed.
• Assists employees, timekeepers, and supervisors with database training, payroll issues, and requests for payroll information on a regular basis.
• Researches payroll issues/discrepancies and processes necessary corrections.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of payroll concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
• Strong mathematical and solution oriented mindset and critical thinking and analytical skill set.
• A solid customer service acumen and interpersonal skills to effectively work with both internal and external customers and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
• Detail oriented with meticulous planning and organizational skills while balancing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills; payroll software systems experience is preferred.
• Payroll tax and Accounting knowledge is preferred.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED is required.