Payroll Specialist

Job Description Summary

Job Description

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process end to end multi-state payroll on a bi-weekly basis in accordance with internal procedures timely and accurately.
• Receive, research, and execute Workday payroll cases timely and accurately.
• Process on-demand requests, reversals, and manual checks as needed.
• Utilize payroll systems such as UKG and Workday for efficient payroll processing.
• Conduct payroll audits as outlined in internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and report any discrepancies to the Payroll Manager.
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies, ensuring accuracy in payroll data by leveraging intermediate Excel skills.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) on payroll-related matters, including time management, absences, and terminations.
• Partner with third-party vendors on payroll tax items, including applying for state and/or local Employer Tax IDs as well as quarterly and year-end processing.
• Work with third-party vendors to ensure that wage garnishments are entered and processed accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to reconcile payroll processing items.
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders involved in the payroll process.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of city, state, local, and federal legislation affecting payroll.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement to streamline payroll operations and enhance team efficiency.
• Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations. Brings compliance issues to the attention of management.
• Provides quality customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Adheres to the absence policy, as outlined by management.
• Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or another related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Experience: 1-3 years of related payroll processing experience, to include;
  • Knowledge of basic payroll functions
  • Experience with mid- to large-size organizations (>500 employees)
  • Intermediate MS Excel knowledge, including proficiency with Vlookups, pivot tables, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience with Workday Platform

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must possess the skills and abilities to successfully perform all assigned responsibilities
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Effective oral and written business communication skills
• Effective analytical, statistical, personal organization, and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow as a payroll professional
• Able to organize, prioritize, and execute a variable workload and multiple priorities
• Ability to work in a team environment, and have a collaborative, customer-focused style

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Office work environment
• Travel: <5%
• 5+ hours per shift:  Sitting, handling, finger dexterity, pinching
• Up to 3 hours per shift:   Standing, walking, pushing/pulling (up to 20 pounds), bending, squatting, reaching above shoulders, carrying/moving (up to 40 pounds), reaching waist to shoulder, reaching knee to waist, reaching floor to knee, grasping, lifting (up to 40 pounds)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not necessarily be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Creative Testing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Job Details:

Hybrid position

Mon-Fri

8 am-5 pm

Creative Testing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to accommodation@mycts.org to let us know the nature of your request. A representative will respond to accommodation requests within two business days.  Please note that this email/phone number is for medical/disability accommodations only and any other inquiries will not receive a response.

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All candidates who receive a conditional written offer of employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test in accordance with the Company's established guidelines.