Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000 annually (Based on experience, education, and certifications)
- Accurately calculate, process, and distribute bi-weekly or bonus payroll (November & December) for all employees, including hourly, salaried, non
exempt, and exempt staff.
- Maintain precise and up-to-date payroll records, including
timesheets, wage adjustments, attendance, and related documentation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and
hour laws. Remain current on all payroll regulations and best practices.
- Tax Filings: Prepare and submit all relevant payroll tax filings, including W-2, W-3,
1099, and quarterly tax reports.
- Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and assist in year-end tax processes.
- Calculate and process deductions for benefits such as health
insurance, retirement plans, garnishments, and other voluntary or involuntary
deductions.
- Develop regular and ad hoc payroll reports for management, finance, and
audit purposes. Analyze payroll data and prepare reconciliations as needed.
- Prepare and provide payroll documentation for internal, external, and
regulatory audits. Address audit inquiries and implement necessary corrections or
process improvements.
- Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance payroll
processes, procedures, and controls for greater efficiency and accuracy.
- Serve as the point of contact for employees on payroll matters,
including pay discrepancies, payroll questions, and pay statement clarifications.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. An associate's degree with extensive payroll experience may also be considered.
- Minimum of 2-4 years in payroll processing, payroll accounting, or a closely related field.
- Experience with multi-state payroll is advantageous but not required.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in payroll software (such as Sage HRMS, or similar platforms), Microsoft Excel, and Accounting systems.
- Solid understanding of payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and general accounting principles.