Payroll Specialist

Review and data entry of salaried employee payroll/deduction changes of lower to moderate volume and complexity, in support of the Company’s corporate operations. Preparation/ summarization of payroll data for periodic filings and deposits/payments of payroll taxes and other payroll deductions, and maintenance of payroll-related liability general ledger accounts. Experience with UKG Pro and UKG Pro Workforce Management is desired.Essential FunctionsReview, audit, and input additions, terminations, and approved changes in employee salaries & wage rates, direct deposit information, home/mailing addresses, tax withholding elections, and other payroll deductions for assigned weekly and biweekly payrolls. Perform detailed quality control reviews of payroll edits and other reports to insure 100% accuracy of assigned payroll(s)Handle relevant assigned customer service calls, requests, inquiries from employees, operations staff, or outside vendors, taxing authorities, and provide timely, accurate and professional assistanceCompile and summarize payroll data in support of periodic filings and deposits and/or payments of payroll taxes, 401K contributions, and other payroll deductions such as union dues/contributions, garnishments, etc. Monitor and periodically reconcile GL liability accounts for payroll taxes and other payroll-related deductionsMaintain strict confidentiality of payroll information at all times and immediately report any misuse or improper communication of payroll information to unauthorized individuals within or outside the company to the Manager of Payroll Services and/or VP, Human ResourcesOther related duties and backup assignments as requiredQualificationsHigh School (or equivalent) diploma required, with an associate or bachelor's degree or relevant college coursework in accounting or business preferredMinimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in payrollSkills & AbilitiesProficiency with UKG Pro, UKG Pro Workforce Management is needed. Proficiency with Lawson and Kronos systems is desiredProficiency with MS Excel, Word and Outlook and Microsoft Office 365 applicationsStrong data entry skills and attention to detail/accuracyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong customer service skills are essential, along with a positive, professional demeanorWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.