Payroll Specialist

If you are a dedicated Payroll Specialist with a passion for accuracy and compliance, we invite you to put your talents to the test. Click the apply button today and become integral part of a team. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215.568.4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013107297.

As a Payroll Specialist Your Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Managing and processing semi-monthly payroll for a large number of employees
• Handling paperwork for new employees and processing all salary changes, bonus payouts, and rectifying errors
• Responding to employee inquiries about payroll-related matters
• Overseeing the electronic timekeeping system, including reviewing timesheets, correcting exceptions, and training supervisory staff
• Addressing issues related to missed punches/timecard exceptions/PTO inquiries in a supervisor’s absence
• Calculating payable hours, bonuses, tax withholdings, and deductions
• Adding local and state jurisdictions to payroll portal, including filing for unemployment insurance ID numbers with specific states and adding to the validation tables
• Interacting with state tax agencies as needed
• Conducting a detailed review of the payroll register semi-monthly
• Conducting training for employees and managers on time and attendance
• Preparing W-2 forms and ACA 1095-C forms
• Issuing paychecks and managing direct deposits
• Maintaining accurate employee records and coordinating with the HR team to ensure correct employee data
• Assisting the accounting department as needed
• Completing monthly reporting tasks, including providing partners with accurate and timely headcount report, weekly overtime reports, audits, and timekeeping comparisons.
• Assisting with special projects as needed.

The ideal Payroll Specialist candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting preferred.
• Understanding of Accounting Functions.
• Auditing skills are required.
• Knowledge of Benefit Functions is important.
• Knowledge of 401k - RRSP Administration.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Accounting Software Systems.
• Experience with ADP - Financial Services.
• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now is essential.
• Proficiency in using Ceridian and Dayforce.