Payroll Specialist

45% Payroll Processing: Maintain the HRIS and time keeping system with direct deposits changes, wage garnishments and employee changes. Calculate and process payroll adjustments as related to retroactive merit payments, historical timesheet corrections, leaves of absence and wage attachments. Perform necessary steps within HRIS system to execute multiple payrolls, meeting banking and tax processing deadlines.

25% Reporting & Accounting: Verify the accuracy of transactions to payroll related bank accounts. Review 401k forfeiture account balances. Complete payroll expense journal entries. Complete monthly payroll reconciliations. Run system reports. Process recurring invoices and verify for accuracy. Prepare and submit periodic reports to Department of Labor (DOL) and other agencies as needed. Assist management with payroll inquiries.

20% Monitor Data Accuracy: Review payroll data changes, verifying accuracy and adherence to AAA policy. Follow set procedures to safeguard against errors.
10% Time & Attendance: Possess a strong understanding of the time and attendance system, including proper use of time off codes and timesheet processing procedures. Train and assist users on Time and Attendance system features. Review the time and attendance system to ensure accuracy. Monitor paid time off allotments and verify proper allocations and payment of benefited time off.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Payroll Operating Systems.

• Ability to work independently and complete work within time constraints.

• Solid accounting, analytical, and reasoning skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Ability to perform routine office tasks that includes operating a computer for long periods of time, sitting, filing and communicating on the phone
• Ability to perform all physical functions consistent with travel including sitting in airplanes and driving for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull a maximum of 30 lbs

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.