Payroll Specialist - Addison Group

Role: Payroll Specialist 

Location: Austin, TX

Pay Rate: $25 - $30 / hour

Internal Job ID: 10031239

Position Overview

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for all payroll functions in regard to all full-time and part-time employees. The Payroll Specialist follows established policies and procedures to ensure that employee compensation, benefits and deductions are accurate. A review is made of any filings made by the outside payroll service.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Process payroll biweekly for multi-entity, multi-state, hourly and salary employees.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.
• Ensure that the calculation of earnings and deductions are accurate and completed in a timely manner.
• Process payroll information associated with newly hired employees, terminated employees, withholding allowances, pay rate changes, status changes, benefit deductions, payroll garnishments and direct deposits. Determine pre-tax as well as post-tax deductions as prescribed by company benefit policies.
• Respond to payroll inquiries and requests by management and other internal and external users of payroll data. Assist in research and troubleshoot payroll discrepancies and resolve any payroll related issues. 
• Review, verify and ensure proper accounting and accuracy for all payroll transactions, benefits, and accruals. Contact and resolve with payroll service any discrepancies and related questions.
• Produce payroll reports to facilitate information as requested by management.
• Perform special projects (and other duties as assigned) requested by the Payroll Manager.

Desired Skills & Experience

• 3+ years with high volume payroll in a multi-state environment is required.
• Working knowledge of payroll best practices.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations.
• Strong knowledge of Excel.
• Knowledge of payroll systems a must; Experience with UltiPro preferred.
• Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and use discretion with sensitive matters.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, and hands-on detail-oriented tasks.
• Able to demonstrate attention to detail and good record keeping.

Why Choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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