Human Resources Payroll Specialist - Paylocity - Central Garden & Pet

Description

• Process weekly payrolls through Paylocity for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Review timesheets for completeness and accuracy, including overtime, paid time off, and deductions.
• Calculate wages, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation accurately.
• Ensure payroll complies with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data within the Paylocity system.
• Manage employee benefit deductions, including health insurance, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.
• Handle payroll-related questions regarding benefits, deductions, and garnishments.
• Generate payroll reports, including tax, benefit, and compensation data, for management review.
• Prepare and file necessary payroll tax forms and year-end reports (e.g., W-2s, 1099s).
• Assist employees with payroll inquiries and resolve any discrepancies related to payments or deductions.
• Manage employee self-service portals for pay stubs, tax forms, and other HR-related documentation.
• Maintaining confidential information by adhering to legal and ethical standards.
• Assists with employee onboarding, offboarding, and open enrollment. 
• Responsible for timely and successful month-end and year-end payroll close functions. 
• Work with the reporting manager on special projects related to HR and payroll functions.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably using Paylocity or a similar payroll system.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, including tax filing, wage laws, and benefits administration.
• Proficiency in Paylocity payroll processing system.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience with HRIS systems and benefits administration.
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing.
• Strong communication skills for employee and management interaction.
• Bilingual preferred – English/Spanish 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Free Life and Disability Insurance.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to thousands of free online courses.
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
• Referral Program with cash bonus.
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.