• 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
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