The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing weekly payroll for multiple company divisions and supporting the Payroll Supervisor in departmental functions.
Essential Functions (not in order of priority):
- Analyzes, prepares, and inputs payroll data. Uses automated system to produce accurate and timely weekly payroll for all Truck Country employees.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
- Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, PTO accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.) for management.
- Solves problems concerning payroll, answers inquiries, and enforces payroll policies.
- Responsible for weekly journal entries to post payroll and taxes to the general ledger.
- Processes weekly payments of wage garnishments as required by law.
- Assists in development of overall payroll procedures by recommending improvements or changes when deemed necessary for greater efficiency.
- Maintain regular onsite attendance.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education, Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Previous payroll experience processing payroll for an organization or a 2-year degree in Accounting.
- 2-3 Years of payroll processing.
- Basic accounting knowledge is also preferred.
- Knowledge of processes and regulations that pertain to payroll.
- Knowledge of computer applications and programs, including spreadsheets.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with employees, administrators, and the public.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact and diplomacy in daily operations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with employees, administrators, and the public.
- Ability to incorporate the company’s mission into day-to-day operations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service and time management skills
- Flexible, patient, and calm when working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multi-task in an efficient and organized manner
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy of data
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified women, minorities and people with disabilities encouraged to apply.