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Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

First Tech Federal Credit UnionHillsboro, OR, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

Join First Tech as a Payroll Specialist! In this role, you'll focus primarily on payroll processing while also supporting a variety of administrative tasks and HR projects. This role is ideal for someone with foundational HR experience who's a self-starter, naturally curious, and excited to learn, grow, and make an impact as part of a collaborative, people-focused team.

Here's what you can expect from the job and what you need to be successful :

Job Duties :

  • Support the processing of complex multi-state bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly payrolls; ensure incentive files, wellness grants, charitable contributions and one-time bonus payments are are paid timely upon receipt
  • Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate report details
  • Ensure garnishment calculations are entered into the payroll system in a timely manner and in compliance with state laws
  • Partner with internal customers (e.g. Finance / Accounting, IT) to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of payroll related tasks and events
  • Develop ad hoc financial and operational reporting to support payroll processing tasks
  • Triage and resolve Tier 2 / 3 employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns
  • Support year-end reporting including submittal of wage and tax information to SSA and IRS, generating tax forms (W-2, W-2C, 1099, etc.), and ensuring process alignment with internal partners
  • In partnership with HR leadership, ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local tax regulations as well as wage and hour laws
  • Direct off-cycle payment processes including direct deposits and manual / final checks; audit and approve final checks for accuracy and completeness
  • Perform audits for unclaimed property / payroll checks; investigate appropriate resolution based on company and / or state guidelines
  • Process job changes, promotions, and other employee lifecycle transactions in the HRIS.
  • Scan, file, and maintain employee documents in accordance with recordkeeping policies.
  • Manage and update HR process documentation and SOPs.
  • Assist with onboarding and offboarding tasks as needed.
  • Provide administrative support for HR projects and initiatives.

Essential Skills :

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in Human Resources with a focus on processing multi-state Payroll; will consider previous relevant experience in lieu of Payroll experience
  • Solid understanding of Payroll / Accounting fundamentals including, but not limited to : timesheet tracking and reconciliation, calculations and deductions of net pay, payroll reporting and employment taxes, and record keeping and auditing
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking and mathematical skills
  • Ability to interact with employees at all levels and deliver pay-related or sensitive messaging with professionalism and discretion
  • Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy; ability to multi-task with moderate supervision
  • Working knowledge of state and federal laws as they relate to human resources / employment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS software such as UKG, Workday, ADP or similar
  • Minimum Education : Bachelor's degree preferred (Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting or other related fields of study)
  • Certification / License : PHR / SPHR or CPP preferred

    • Location : Hillsboro Corporate Office - Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Full-time onsite)

    Target Compensation in Hillsboro, OR : $21.63 to $26.44 / hourly + annual bonus

    Benefits options include :

  • Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401K matching up to 5% per pay period
  • Accrue up to 17 days of Paid Time Off your first year of employment
  • 11 paid federal holidays
  • Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility for special employee pricing is subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria)

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