Payroll Specialist

Southwind, owners of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, YOU MOVE ME, MVP AC, Heating, Plumbing and Electric, DreamLawn and Shack Shine is growing across our 30 US locations and adding a Payroll Processor to our already high performing and growing Human Resources team.

Overview:

As a Payroll Processor, you will be responsible for accurately processing payroll for teammates within the organization. Your primary duties will include calculating wages, verifying timekeeping records, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and distributing employee pay accurately and on time. Additionally, you will handle inquiries related to payroll and maintain payroll records.

Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Calculate wages, deductions, commissions, and overtime accurately. Verify timekeeping records for accuracy on a regular schedule, ensuring timely and accurate payment.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax withholding, garnishments, and other payroll-related laws and regulations.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate payroll records and reporting, including employee information, hours worked, wages, and deductions.
• Communication: Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and deductions in a timely and professional manner.
• System Maintenance: Utilize payroll software to process payroll and maintain employee records. Assist in the implementation and testing of payroll system upgrades or changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience as a payroll processor or similar role.
• Strong understanding of payroll principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proficiency in using payroll software and MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Certification in payroll processing (e.g., CPP) is a plus.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Responsibilities may change based on organizational needs and individual performance.
Southwind and its group of companies are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.