Payroll Specialist

Role Summary

This fully remote Payroll Specialist position requires managing payroll processing tasks accurately and timely, adhering to company policies and payroll schedules across the organization. The candidate must pass a Payroll Specialist Assessment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute payroll processing for employees enterprise-wide, ensuring adherence to policies and scheduled timelines.
• Examine and confirm accuracy of employee timekeeping records for correct payroll calculations and policy compliance.
• Manage payroll activities for employees on leave of absence, ensuring proper documentation and payment handling.
• Conduct payroll audits and reconciliation to detect and resolve discrepancies, guaranteeing accurate employee compensation.
• Update and maintain payroll and personnel data within HRIS and payroll platforms.
• Address employee payroll questions promptly, offering professional support and resolving issues.
• Assist in maintaining payroll documentation and ensure compliance with payroll requirements, safeguarding confidential employee data.
• Work closely with internal HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to support payroll operations and troubleshoot processing challenges.
• Identify and recommend enhancements to payroll accuracy, operational efficiency, and data integrity as part of continuous improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one year relevant payroll experience.
• At least one year experience using Workday and UKG payroll systems.
• Proficient data entry skills.
• Experience performing payroll audits and reconciliation procedures.
• Capability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Customer service experience, particularly responding to employee payroll inquiries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and grow professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than two years of experience with Workday and UKG systems.
• Experience managing payroll across multiple states.
• Any certifications related to payroll processes.
• Certification in Workday payroll system.