Payroll Specialist

Principal/Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Processes payroll weekly

• Reviews payroll documentation for accuracy through audit reports and makes any necessary adjustments.

• Works closely with Accounting on payroll related issues.

• Ensure weekly payrolls and payroll tax deposits are processed in a timely and accurate manner.

• Reviews and computes wages, and corrects errors to ensure the accuracy of earnings. Ensure that all changes to payroll are processed correctly.

• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee files

• Works closely with Benefits to ensure accurate benefit deductions and record keeping.

• Enter new hires into payroll software.

• Review and audit master file and pay data entries, YTD totals, and file amendments.

• Prepare various payroll and management reports, journal entries, workers compensation, and reconcile quarterly payroll taxes.

• Will handle all garnishments, deductions, and vacation/sick accruals.

• Answers inquiries regarding employment verification..

• Respond to employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll matters.

• Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.