Payroll Specialist (Part-Time) - Hybrid (Cleveland, OH or Philadelphia, PA)

Payroll Specialist

At OneDigital, we are on a mission to help people do their best work and live their best lives. From the services we offer to the way we show up for each other each day, we are fueling dreams, achieving big goals, and embracing each other's truest selves. Greatness comes in all shapes, sizes, colors, and experience levels. If you are looking for a people-first culture that is wired for growth, driven to serve, and totally committed to having your back, give us a shot. Your best life awaits.

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for executing accurate payroll processing, compliance audits, and process improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to) :

• Responsible for independently managing multi-state payroll and related activities including computation of wage and overtime payments, calculating and recording payroll deductions, paycheck advances, bonus runs, commissions, fringe benefit reporting, and separation payments.
• Responsible for all aspects of payroll, with activities that include payroll processing; tax set up and compliance; payroll configuration within HRIS; reporting; and compliance auditing.
• Systems may include but not limited to ADP, PayChex, Paycom, Paylocity, Paycor, and Kronos.
• Will play a crucial role in system conversions and implementations related to payroll and time and attendance.
• This role requires sharp attention to detail, a drive for process enhancement, and a dedication to providing exceptional customer service to employees.
• This role serves as an integral extension of the HR team, contributing expertise in tax audit processes, technical proficiency in payroll operations, and a comprehensive understanding of the entire payroll processing lifecycle.
• Coordinate 401(k) contribution / HSA submission processes by inputting accurate data into vendor portals.
• Audit and review benefit deductions. Reconcile against election and enrollment information in carrier sites to ensure that employees have the appropriate deductions being deferred.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and diagnose problems.
• Prepare manual payments when required.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local wage and hour laws.
• Review timesheets and time off requests and address any discrepancies.
• Ensure timely and precise submission, conducting thorough verification for compliance.
• Proactively address discrepancies to uphold program integrity.
• Identify areas for improvement in payroll and benefits processes and recommend best practices.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address identified issues and optimize operations, ensuring effective implementation and maintenance of agreed-upon solutions within the organization.
• Ensure that tax setups are compliant and updated with employee changes.
• Complete monthly and quarterly audits (401k, benefits, payroll, etc.)
• Review paper mail items, update relevant information as needed, and forward to appropriate teams as required.
• Payroll Specialist may periodically be asked to assist with generalist responsibilities (benefits admin, onboarding, offboarding etc..) when coverage is needed to ensure a superior level of client service.
• Other responsibilities, initiatives and projects as required.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements :

Education, Training and Experience :

The typical base pay range for this role nationwide is $30 to $35 per hour. Your base pay is dependent upon your skills, education, qualifications, professional experience, and location. In addition to base pay, some roles are eligible for variable compensation, commission, and / or annual bonus based on your individual performance and / or the company's performance. We also offer eligible employees health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits, paid time off, overtime pay for non-exempt employees, and robust learning and development programs. You will receive reimbursement of job-related expenses per the company policy and may receive employee perks and discounts.

OneDigital is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the power of ONE starts with you. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture that celebrates diversity, insists on equity and inclusion, and connects us. Ensuring our people feel seen, valued, respected, and supported is fundamental to our core values and business goals.

OneDigital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of their : veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law (collectively, "protected characteristics"). Employment decisions shall comply with all other applicable federal, state and city / county laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. OneDigital complies with all criminal history inquiry [or 'ban the box'] laws in California, Connecticut, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington.

In short, we believe in hiring the most qualified applicant for the position, regardless of background. If you have questions about our hiring policies and practices, we would be happy to discuss upon receiving your application. We hope to welcome you to OneDigital and look forward to hearing from you.