Job Description

• Prepare and submit paper payroll checks for employees who do not have direct deposit

• Collect banking information for direct deposit setup and initiate deposits on paydays

• Familiarize yourself and keep current with the taxation of salaries, benefits and other factors

• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications

• Maintain and document all payroll records

• Conduct semi-annual audits of all payroll records

• Reconcile general ledger with regard to payroll transactions

• Detect and process issues related to uncollected payroll

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as payroll specialist or payroll manager
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices
• Very good knowledge of legislation and regulations of the field
• Proficient in MS Office and good knowledge of relevant software (e.g. Kronos, Payforce) and databases
• Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality
• Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills