Description

ROLE PURPOSE:

Responsible for managing all payroll-related processing activities.

Payroll

• Manages the full payroll life cycle to submit accurate and timely payrolls via third party payroll vendor

• Collects, verifies, stores and reports on organizational payroll data as well as monitors the accuracy of the data and files

• Ensures mandatory & voluntary withholdings and deductions are accurately calculated and reported

• Inputs changes, which may include changes to employees or employee statuses, exemptions or withholdings, or bank information; completes all new hire setups in the system

• Leads the process for preparing year end W-2s and other related tax filings or reports

• Acts as the subject matter expert & main point of contact for employees/managers with questions about payroll policies and pay discrepancies

• Owns, executes, and maintains reporting processes for the department

Human Resources

• Assists in employee engagement and onboarding

• Assists in development and implementation of HR policies

• Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and standard reports for ongoing company requirements

  Requirements

• Knowledge of Employment Law: Solid understanding of federal and state employment laws and compliance regulations to ensure HR policies are aligned.

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication and people skills, with a collaborative team-player mindset.

• Analytical Proficiency: Strong analytical skills, including the ability to create detailed spreadsheets, charts, and presentations.

• Attention to Detail and Organization: Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, organizational skills, and a customer service-oriented approach.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience: 2-4 years of HR or payroll experience is required.

• HRMS/HRIS Systems: Experience with HRMS or HRIS systems is preferred, with UKG (formerly Kronos) experience being a big plus.

• Payroll Expertise: Familiarity with year-end processes, W-2 preparation, and tax reporting or filing is highly desirable.

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