Payroll Specialist

ProPayHR
Evanston, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2024

At ProPay HR we work with each client to bring a true understanding of everything related to their Payroll Process. We interact with our clients daily, at multiple levels within the organization – consulting on best practices and innovations. We offer fully outsourced managed payrolls service/data management, tax filing, direct deposit, new hire reporting, time & attendance/time clock, Garnishment processing, and much more.

Our Payroll Specialist will have experience in a dynamic and fast paced large processing setting. A working knowledge of time and attendance systems, union contracts, HRIS platforms and some working knowledge of ACA. Understanding the ultimate goal and importance of paying employees timely and correctly.

We offer:
A team Oriented atmosphere. Competitive salary, based on prior experience. Potential to grow within the Company.
Hybrid - Remote & In Office
  • 2 day's - Remote able to work from home
  • 3 days at our office in Evanston, IL 60202
  • Flexible Schedule - Start time is Flexible - between 7am and 9am

Essentials for Success:

  • 3 years of experience in processing payroll
  • General knowledge of the end-to-end Payroll process
  • Knowledge of payroll rules and regulations
  • Act as liaison to Associates with regards to escalated payroll inquiries. Providing quality customer service using established guidelines and tools.
  • Identifies, understands, and escalates problems as they arise, seeking support as necessary.
  • Self-motivated and independent problem-solving ability
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
  • Good listener who is detail oriented, customer service focused, and willingness to work in a team environment. Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet within a Windows environment Proven written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Comfortable in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
  • Experience in a multi-state environment

Responsibilities:

  • This position is responsible for the collection, accurate processing, data integrity, control and audit of data processed between various Payroll related systems
  • Provides ongoing payroll customer service support to current and former employees, field, and corporate management, through verbal and email communications in a payroll team environment
  • Processes payroll for various pay groups on a weekly and/or bi-weekly schedule
  • Runs interfaces from Kronos, SAP, and ADP
  • Batches and enters data into Kronos, SAP, and ADP systems for non-exempt and exempt employees
  • Investigates and corrects potential interface errors from all systems
  • Balances Kronos, SAP, and ADP data per internal and SOX requirements
  • Runs various audit reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with SOX requirements
  • Documents/updates various payroll processes to ensure continuity, consistency, and efficiency within the department
  • Logs and tracks payroll relevant data, creates and runs ad hoc queries in ADP Reporting as requested
  • Processes off-cycle payments as needed and/or required
  • Responds to payroll questions via phone/email and is responsible for issue resolution with a high degree of service, accuracy, and professionalism
  • Interfaces with management, employees, and other Payroll team members
  • Identifies, suggests, and implements ongoing process improvements
  • Performs additional tasks as assigned

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