Payroll Jobs in Anchorage ak

We are looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist at Naniq! If you are passionate about your work; eager to have fun; and motivated to be part of a fast-growing organization in Anchorage, Alaska, then you should consider joining our team.

Job Summary :

The Senior Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all company employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

This role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of payroll best practices.

As a logistics company, our payroll includes a variety of employee classifications and involves multiple states and unique operational requirements, making this position vital to our business continuity and employee satisfaction.

About Us :

Naniq is a third-party logistics company dedicated to providing the most innovative solutions for the Multinational Logistics Corporations (MLCs) we serve.

We enable the MLC to deepen customer relationships by applying our expertise across many verticals (ocean, air, road, final mile, etc.).

Through our vast network of contacts and partners, we offer a buffet of complex services that most MLCs are unable to easily offer on their own.

Acting as the MLC, Naniq is able to capture incremental profit and deepen relationships with shippers – all to the benefit of the partnered MLC.

Pay Range : 75,000 DOE

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision Insurance

Voluntary Accident insurance

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Payroll Processing : Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls, ensuring all employees are compensated accurately and on time.
• Compliance and Reporting : Ensure payroll practices comply with all federal, state, and local laws, and manage year-end tax filing processes, including W-2s and other required filings.
• Data Integrity : Review payroll data for accuracy and integrity, including hours worked, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefit contributions.
• Audit Support : Assist with internal and external audits by preparing payroll data, reports, and documentation.
• Employee Support : Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees, including issues with deductions, overtime, and payroll processing timelines.
• System Maintenance : Manage updates in the payroll system (ADP) related to employee information, tax changes, and new hire setups.
• Payroll Documentation : Maintain records of payroll transactions and ensure confidentiality and security of all employee information.
• Process Improvement : Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes, increase accuracy, and reduce processing time.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably within the logistics or transportation industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll tax compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with the unique payroll needs of logistics, including multi-state tax laws and varying labor regulations.
• Experience with employee classifications that involve non-union employees.
• Proven track record of process improvements in payroll management.

Physical Requirements :

Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time, using hands / fingers requiring dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below desk level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds such as small office equipment, files, stacks of paper, reference and other materials.

Reasonable Accommodation :

It is Naniq’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.