Payroll Specialist - Talent Software Services, Inc.

Primary Purpose: Under broad supervision, responsible for timely and accurate preparation and delivery of the organization?s Payroll. This includes the preparation, documentation and disbursement of the organization?s payroll. Primary Duties ? Responsible to ensure the timely and accurate preparation and delivery of the organization?s payroll. ? Ensures appropriate withholding of federal, state and local income taxes, and works directly with the Payroll Tax team regarding any issues or concerns that may arise. ? Ensures all other voluntary and involuntary deductions are taken and accounted for throughout the payroll life cycle; to include (but not limited to) benefits, 401k, United Way, garnishments, etc. ? Knowledge of ADP GlobalView / ADP PCPW payroll system preferred. ? Knowledge of Workday HCM and Payroll system preferred. ? Responds to all inquiries relating to payroll and payroll systems. ? Ensures complete pay information is properly recorded and accurately calculated for each payroll cycle. ? Reviews payroll reports to identify potential problems and contacts business units to resolve discrepancies as needed. ? Reviews payroll quality assurance reports; performs analysis and takes appropriate action where results fall outside of established standards. ? Provides ongoing support through day-to-day activities and deliverables. ? Coordinates and executes all activities relating to year-end bonus payments and other year-end activities impacting employees. ? Provides customer and stakeholder support for issues that arise, and helps with planning for problem resolution along with mitigation of issues on a go-forward basis. ? Recommends, develops and implements changes to processes, procedures and workflows, leading to greater efficiency and accuracy throughout the US payroll operations. ? Works as a team member closely with the Contact Center leadership team, as well as Tier 1 and Tier 2 support as it relates to payroll processing activities. ? Works closely with ADP?s managed services team. ? Reviews and assists with vendor enhancements and program changes to upgrade the payroll system as necessary. ? Analysis, research, problem resolution and administration of payroll processes. Specific processes could include payroll accounting, G/L Interface, account reconciliation, accruals, tax reporting/payments, T&A interfaces, garnishment processing, leave accruals, W-2 Processing, W-2C?s, etc. ? Provides payroll reports and other information as needed/requested. ? Adheres to and completed all activities related to SOX and internal control compliance. ? Performs other tasks/duties as assigned. Job Specifications / Requirements ? Degree in business related discipline (Business, Accounting, Finance, HR, etc.), or the equivalent of combination of education and work experience ? Minimum of 3 years hand on experience in payroll processing and associated activities ? Working knowledge of payroll tax ? Strong knowledge of payroll policies, procedures, regulations, and systems for payroll/tax reporting ? Creative analytical and problem solving background ? Demonstrates analytical strengths in payroll environment ? Strong organizational, interpersonal and communications skills ? Must be a customer-focused, self-driven, results-oriented individual with an emphasis on quality, detail and accuracy ? Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal ? Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint