Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist serves as the first line of contact for regional offices and facilities and assists them in ensuring that their payroll inquiries are resolved in a prompt, professional and courteous manner and that the inquiry is logged and documented, if appropriate.Communicates via email and answers department phone lines.The Payroll Specialist coordinates directly with facilities for processing items that need clarification until they are resolved (i.e., pay issues, deductions, employee information, etc.).Utilizes the assistance of the Payroll Supervisor in resolving more complicated processing, tax, or system programming issues.The Payroll Specialist assists in prompt resolution of garnishments/tax levies and child support notices.Processes payroll according to scheduled cycles.The Payroll Specialist enters, analyzes, and confirms pay adjustments.Reviews and balances payroll prior to final transmission.The Payroll Specialist prepares requested pay period, monthly or quarterly check requests.Runs and distributes checks and advises according to facility specifications.Files all payroll processing documentation in appropriate employee files or payroll folders.Assists in various projects assigned by Payroll Supervisor. • Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum RequirementsNEED TO HAVE UKG SOFTWARE High School diploma or GED certificate.Three to five (3-5) years of experience processing multi-state payroll.Must be highly analytical.Strong verbal and written communication skills • Above average ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department (Excel, Word, Infinium, Kronos, and query/report writing software, such as ShowCase).Must be able to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.Must be able to retain confidentiality of all transactions.