Sr. Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist

Position Purpose:
The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and executing all administrative tasks related to payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Process and manage biweekly and weekly payrolls from start to finish.

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  Accurately enter and maintain payroll data in Paycom HRIS, including direct deposits, salary adjustments, hours worked, PTO, bonuses, reimbursements, and deductions.

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  Address and resolve employee payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

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  Process new hire paperwork, ensuring accurate and complete employee records.

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  Handle employment verifications.

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  Generate and distribute biweekly payroll reports covering gross pay, deductions, and taxes.

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  Review W-2 statements for accuracy and compliance.

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  Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies related to timekeeping, deductions, and employee information.

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  Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

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  Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.

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  Experience: Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll processing and tax compliance. Healthcare industry experience is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in payroll processing and HRIS systems, particularly Paycom.

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  Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and tax compliance.

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  High level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.

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  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

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  Advanced technical skills, including experience with payroll software and Microsoft Office.

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  Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.

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  Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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  Exceptional customer service and employee support skills.

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  Adaptability to evolving payroll technologies and regulations.

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  Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.