Payroll Specialist

Position Overview:

Johnson North America utilizes a Shared Services model that enables resources to be leveraged across the organization. The Shared Services team is made up of information technology human resources supply chain finance and accounting professionals that support all business units. The Payroll Specialist administers the Companys payroll function under the guidance of Finance and Human Resources.

Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing Support:

Processes employee payroll information (timesheets deduction authorizations etc.) prints or transmits paychecks ensuring accurate and timely payment is made to employees for each payroll period.

Ensures status changes and audits of time records are accurate and any discrepancies are addressed and resolved.

Files required documents and reports according to the Companys and state and federal payroll guidelines (i.e. W-2s garnishments etc.)

Analyze and respond to inquiries and concerns from employees regarding paycheck questions involving other resources/staff as needed.

Process garnishments and communicate garnishment information to all parties

Keeps current with HR payroll policies and public policy changes affecting payroll rules and guidelines

Builds professional Excel reports from payroll reporting software

Responsible for answering employee questions promptly.

Ensures that rules and regulations concerning confidentiality privacy and retention are followed.

Marginal Job Functions:

Other projects as needed.

Education:

Associates degree in Accounting Finance or related degree

Combination of education and experience

Additional consideration given for Certified Payroll Professional certification (CPP)

Experience:

Minimum of three years of experience with processing payroll for a multi-state employer

Experience with computerized payroll systems and HRIS systems Paylocity experience a plus

Experience with Local State and Federal pay and taxation regulations

Other Requirements:

Knowledge of standard payroll concepts practices and procedures required

Prior general accounting experience is a plus

Intermediate Excel skills including work with pivot tables and v-lookups required

Exceptional attention to detail meeting deadlines and providing a high level of customer service

Skills:

Process Knowledge:

Knowledge of standard payroll concepts practices and procedures required

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word Excel Email and Internet

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Exceptional organization and time management skills to meet deadlines within tight constraints

Works well independently as well as with other members of the team

Able to effectively present ideas and information through excellent verbal and written communication skills

Able to be consistently accurate

Requires the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Strong sense of initiative and a sense of urgency demonstrated by accomplishing tasks; improving current work processes; and assisting others when necessary

Ability to embrace deadlines

Able to project a positive and professional demeanor to all internal and external contacts

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

Health & Dental Insurance

Company paid Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off benefits

Product discounts

Wellness programs