Payroll Specialist

Job Category : Human Resources

Human Resources

Schedule : Full time

Full time

Job Description : PURPOSE AND SCOPE

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the efficient and accurate processing of payroll for assigned companies and / or pay groups.

This includes complying with established policies, inquiry management, resolution, transaction processing, and general customer service for assigned companies and / or groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Assist the payroll manager with maintaining and reviewing payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensure that payrolls are processed in a timely manner, and they run successfully adhering to established regulatory requirements and laws, including tax and labor laws.
• Assists with audits by providing records and documentation to auditors as needed.
• Collaborate with HR team to ensure compliance with established HR policies.
• Interact with Accounting / Finance as required to ensure area receives accurate data as required in a timely manner as well as well as ensures alignment between the functional areas.
• Identify areas of payroll processing for improvement and generate ways of addressing and settling issues.
• Ensure / elevating a top-tier Customer experience.
• Assist the payroll manager with W-2's & T-4's.
• Set-up and maintain on-going payroll deductions.
• Maintain activation / deactivation of sales personnel within Motus.
• Enroll employees within our pay card program, as needed.
• Assists with certified payrolls.
• Assists with EEO-1 surveying, California Data Reporting, Annual Census, Multiple Worksite Reporting, and Vets 4212 Survey as needed.
• Cross-Train in all aspects of the full payroll process.
• Handles Verification of Employment and work with our third-party vendor on process improvements for the process.
• Handles the processing of garnishments and works with our third-party vendor on the process

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in accounting, human resources, or related field, preferred.
• 1 - 3 years' payroll experience required.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS :

The ideal candidate will demonstrate :

• Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Experience with Workday preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Addition Job Information

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Company Description :

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff.

We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity.

We Offer :

Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave.

We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal / sick days per year round out the package.

Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.