Job Description
About the position The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for providing payroll support to a specific employee group. This includes providing customer service to employees, HR, and management. In addition, this role will also play a major part in ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of all payroll systems, applications, and files. The role is based at our Shared Services Center in Alpharetta, GA - hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities • Responsible for timely and accurate processing of complex hourly and salaried job-cost payrolls for assigned divisions • Analysis and posting of payroll job-cost, general ledger, and labor detail • Complete variance analysis of key payroll figures and data to proactively identify and correct system/processing errors • Perform employee set up and maintenance for hourly employees in payroll/human resource application • Interpretation and set up of wage attachments (garnishments, child support, tax levies) • Serve as primary point of communication to division Payroll and Human Resource contacts • Maintain professional demeanor at all times while representing the company • Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required • Other duties as directed by management. Requirements • Associate degree or high school graduate with commensurate experience • Minimum 2 years of multi-corporation, multi-state payroll processing or business environment experience required • Basic knowledge of payroll principles, wage and hour law, payroll taxes, and wage attachments • FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) a plus • PC literate: Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, and mainframe payroll application experience • Must be 18 years in age or older • Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check • Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook • Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required • Must be able to able to work under time constraints and ensure deadlines are met • Able to read and/or follow written and verbal instructions and implement the same. • Ability to adapt to changing and process driven environment. • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Strong organization skills with attention to detail • Strong 'customer service' focus • Ability to analyze and resolve problems • Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person. • Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations. • May require sitting for extended periods of time. Benefits • Highly competitive base pay • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs • Group retirement savings program • Health and wellness programs • An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion Apply tot his job