Payroll Specialist

We will be accepting applications for this job opening only between the opening and closing dates. Individuals who meet all of the requirements will be considered for an interview. Job applications may be filled out in person at the address above or online at www.alaskancopper.com.

This position consists of routine work assignments with occasional variations. Requires the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. Requires strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. Works under moderate supervision with established procedures and guidelines.

Responsible for processing biweekly payroll, auditing payroll data, calculating adjustments, maintaining payroll records, and preparing payroll-related reports. Serves as backup support for salaried and Canadian payroll processing.

1. Application must be filled out completely by the applicant.
2. Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
3. Meet all the required essential job skills/experience.

Talking and/or Hearing: YES

Seeing: Acuity:

Depth Perception: YES

Field of Vision: YES

Accommodation: YES

Color Vision: NO

1. Minimum of three years of payroll processing experience preferred.
2. Excellent data entry, 10-key, and mathematical skills.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
5. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce.
6. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
7. Detail oriented, organized, and capable of working independently.
8. Knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax practices.

1. Payroll Processing:
Perform end-to-end processing of multi-state biweekly payroll for hourly employees.
2. Compliance & Tax Management:
Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of federal, state, and local taxes, as well as voluntary and involuntary deductions (e.g., medical benefits, 401(k), court-ordered garnishments).
3. System Maintenance:
Manage, update, and troubleshoot employee data within the payroll system, including rate changes, new hire setups, terminations, and department transfers.
4. Auditing and Reconciliation:
Conduct routine pre- and post-payroll audits to verify hours, rate changes, and retro-pay calculations.
5. Employee Support:
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries, resolve discrepancies promptly, and explain payroll deductions and tax-related matters in a professional and customer-focused manner.
6. Reporting:
Generate payroll, labor distribution, attendance, and related reports for management, Accounting, and Human Resources.
7. Other duties:
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the payroll manager.

1. Experience with an automated time collection system.
2. Experience processing multi-union and multi-state payrolls for organizations with 250+ employees.
3. Experience with Dayforce/Ceridian and DOS systems preferred.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally via email, telephone, and in person.
5. Familiarity with garnishment administration and payroll reporting requirements.

Considered on an individual basis.

Total At One Time (Hours) Total During Entire 8-Hour Day

Standing: 1 to 1 1/2 hours 2 hours

Walking: 10 minutes Up to 2 hours

Sitting: 1 hour 4-5 hours

Lifting: Carrying:

Up to 5 lbs: FREQUENTLY (34-66%) FREQUENTLY (34-66%)

6-10 lbs: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

11-20 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

21-25 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

26-50 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

51-100 lbs.: NEVER NEVER

Simply Grasping: YES Pushing & Pulling: NO

Fine Manipulating: YES

Right Foot: NO Left Foot: NO

Both: NO

Climbing: OCCASIONALLY ( 1-33%) Balancing: NEVER

Bending: OCCASIONALLY ( 1-34%) Stooping: OCCASIONALLY (1-34%)

Kneeling: NEVER Crouching: OCCASIONALLY (1-34%)

Crawling: NEVER Reaching: OCCASIONALLY (34-66%)

PHYSICAL SURROUNDINGS: X Inside (75% of time)

_ Outside (75% of time)

_ Both (equal amounts)

TEMPERATURE: _ Cold (enough to cause bodily discomfort)

_ Hot (enough to cause bodily discomfort)

_ Variations (sufficient to cause bodily reactions)

WET: _ Contact with water and/or other liquids

HUMID: _ Moisture content sufficient to cause bodily discomfort

NOISE: _ Sufficient to require hearing protection

VIBRATION: _ Sufficient to cause repeated motion or continuous shock

HAZARDS: _ Risk of bodily injury present

FUMES: _ Smoke or vapors resulting from combustion or chemical reaction

ODORS: _ Toxic or non-toxic smells

TOXIC CONDITIONS: _ Exposure to disabling fumes, dust, gases, vapors, mists or liquids that may cause bodily harm.

DUST: _ Small particles that may cause occupational disease

POOR VENTILATION: _ Exposure to drafts or insufficient movement of air