What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at Confidential?
Payroll Specialist
Position Summary
This position is responsible for payroll functions, as well as any other accounting related functions. The individual in this position will be involved in all aspects of payroll, including time and attendance tracking, and assisting in managing the payroll/ HR system. The Payroll Specialist will work with the team Accountants on day-to-day reporting and account balancing. This position requires diligence, flexibility and attention to detail due to the fast-paced environment.
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday. Hours and days may vary to meet Payroll & Accounting work deadlines.
Primary Duties
Payroll:
- Reviews time records and other payroll data for accuracy, policy compliance and appropriateness and enters data into payroll system.
- Previews payroll runs for accuracy and ensures payroll data balances prior to processing payroll.
- Independently and accurately prepares various payroll reports.
- Analyzes various aspects of payroll to provide critical information to Accounting.
- Maintains payroll files in a confidential, organized and thorough manner.
Completes all payroll functions accurately and within required periods.
Accounting/Reporting:
- If needed, prepare journal entries to assist the Accounting Team
- Assist other members of the Accounting Team in Reporting functions
- Assist in the budgeting process as it primarily relates to the salaries and wages portion of the financial statements.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis/major in Accounting preferred.
- Licensure/Certification: CPP strongly preferred.
- Experience: Paycom experience a plus
- Experience: Minimum of one year’s experience in payroll processing and or accounting preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Payroll or Accounting: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $52,000
