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Payroll Specialist

Simply Right Inc.
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America
$50K-$60K a year
Full-time

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a qualified Payroll Manager to oversee and direct in all activities regarding the management of employee compensation in the company.

You will undertake a variety of tasks such as entering payroll information, calculating wages, and making payments.

An excellent payroll manager has a great understanding of the concept of confidentiality and is responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant laws and tax obligations.

You will be experienced in entering data with attention to detail and will have good math skills to make the necessary calculations.

The ideal candidate will be a thorough professional with good communication abilities.

The goal is to maintain compliance, streamline payroll procedures for efficiency, stay updated with current regulations and best practices, and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage payroll using payroll software.
  • Collect and verify timekeeping information for all employees.
  • Calculate pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves and overtime.
  • Calculate bonuses and commissions when appropriate.
  • Manage and calculate taxes and deductions.
  • Respond to federal and state agencies regarding wage garnishments and levies and comply with record-keeping requirements.
  • Initiate periodical payments timely either by preparing and administering checks or making direct deposits through a bank payment system.
  • Issues statements and invoices and maintains accurate records.
  • Update paper and electronic payroll records by entering adjustments on pay rates, employee status changes, etc.
  • Calculate unemployment and severance payments.
  • Deal with complaints and questions regarding payroll from employees and upper management
  • Investigate and resolve any payroll discrepancies.
  • Prepare and submit reports with payroll information to the controller
  • Ensure Compliance with law and internal policies
  • Prepare reports (weekly, quarterly, yearly, etc)
  • Some supervision of the accounting department could be included as well.

Experience / Education Required

  • Proven experience as a payroll specialist, payroll manager or in a similar role (1-3 years)
  • Familiarity with general accounting principles
  • Experience in data collection, entry, and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality
  • Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulations
  • Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software.
  • Exquisite math and numerical skills
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication abilities with an aptitude for problem-solving
  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • BSc / BA in accounting / business administration is a plus.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off.
  • Holidays off.

Salary

$50-$60K / year.

Job Type

  • Full-time.
  • Monday to Friday

Simply Right is a premier cleaning company. For over 35+ years we’ve provided innovations in cleaning practices, nurturing clients into friends, and developing amazing employees.

We provide cleaning services in commercial and industrial locations across the United States. Our clients always come first and our team members are dedicated to making sure we exceed each client’s cleaning expectations.

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, serving nationwide.

  • Work with a team that wants to help you grow with advancement opportunities based on merit and hard work.
  • Get paid every 2 weeks.
  • Access to your pay daily if you need it through DailyPay.
  • Benefits available for full-time employees after 60 days - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-term Disability.
  • 20 days ago
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