Payroll Specialist

[solidcore] is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Payroll Specialist to join our rapidly growing Payroll Department. Reporting to the Senior Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing a semi-monthly multi-state payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will work collaboratively and with a team of skilled professionals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, demonstrating precision and expertise to maximize efficiency and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing multi-state payroll consistently and accurately
• Managing workflow, as prescribed, to maximize efficiency
• Auditing timesheets accurately to ensure wages and benefits are properly distributed
• Accurately recording and documenting all transactions as directed
• Researching, analyzing, and resolving all discrepancies and reporting to management as needed
• Monitoring all accounts continually for accuracy
• Ensuring accurate taxation and garnishment are applied to each account
• Participating in end-of-month closing and audits
• Conducting year-end reporting for W-2s, etc.
• Monitoring payroll email inbox and responding to payroll-related questions promptly and effectively
• Remaining in constant communication with teammates and management
• Communicating with HR teams to make necessary changes/updates to accounts
• Identifying opportunities and recommending scalable processes to enhance payroll operational efficiency while maintaining accuracy
• Remaining in compliance with all legal and institutional requirements at all times
• Demonstrating respect for client privacy
• Assisting in implementing, writing, and maintaining standard operating procedures
• Assist with and/or own other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Senior Payroll Manager.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor's degree preferred
• 5 or more years of experience working in payroll or a similar role
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and take ownership of work products.
• Proven ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-growing environment with frequently changing priorities.
• Possess a tech-savvy mindset and passion for end-to-end design and improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with various levels of difficulty in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in G-Suite
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel
• Solid working knowledge of employee tax forms
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Aptitude for numbers and exceptional commitment to accuracy
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
• Significant experience working in multi-state payroll with 1000+ employees, is a plus
• Familiarity with payroll software Namely or Workday a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary starting at $60,000.00 per year
• Annual bonus eligibility based on performance
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• 401k with employer match
• Health, dental, & vision insurance
• Flexible PTO
• Free drop in classes
• And MORE

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[solidcore] is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. [solidcore] makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.