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Payroll Specialist
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What they do
A Payroll Specialist manages the financial and accounting work involved in processing payroll for a company or organization. Manages employee benefits programs and payroll deductions, or assists with evaluating compensation levels for different job categories and titles.
$48,964 / year median in Alabama
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Position Purpose The Payroll Specialist's primary responsibility is the processing of client payrolls and the related payments, as well as the preparation of payroll tax returns. Position Reports To Partner and Senior Payroll Processing Specialist Position Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist are: Preparation of payrolls with related tax deposits and liability payments Preparation of quarterly payroll tax reports and W2s Remitting client retirement contributions such as 401(k) and IRA, including benefit and garnishment deductions Processing 401k census and some workers' comp/insurance audits Skills Required The skills and education required for this position are: Ability to budget time and prioritize tasks with minimum supervision Excellent understanding, comprehension, and ability to articulate payroll procedures Preferred 1 year of payroll processing or closely related experience Ability to multitask in an open office environment and communicate effectively Proficiency in the use of computers and the ability to learn various computer programs Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs Measures of Success The Payroll Specialist will be deemed to have been successful when he/she has: Consistently completed the assigned tasks in an efficient and timely manner Received positive feedback from his/her clients and supervisors Developed a good working relationship with his/her clients If you are interested in the Payroll Specialist position at FocusPay Solutions, please submit your resume.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance