Payroll Specialist Company in Cuyahoga County Beachwood, OH Job Details Full-time $56,000.00 - $64,211.35 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Accounting systems Data analysis reporting Accounts payable Payroll tax processing Payroll tax returns Spreadsheets Employment law Ceridian HR legal compliance Mid-level State tax UKG Pro Employee data management Analysis skills Financial records management HR compliance PeopleSoft Paychex Financial record maintenance Financial concepts Data reporting support QuickBooks Data entry Data verification 10 key typing Payroll reconciliation Non-profit experience Financial data analysis tools Regulatory compliance accounting Financial compliance monitoring Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team and ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee compensation. In this vital role, you will manage payroll operations, maintain compliance with employment and labor laws, and collaborate with HR and finance departments to support organizational goals. Your expertise in payroll systems, accounting software, and regulatory requirements will drive efficiency and accuracy in our payroll processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment where precision and integrity are valued. Duties Process payroll using systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UltiPro, Kronos, Ceridian, and other supported payroll platforms Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws related to payroll tax, labor law, and benefits administration Reconcile payroll data through spreadsheets, accounting software, and HRIS systems to guarantee accuracy Manage employee records including time & attendance data, benefits enrollment, and confidential personnel information Prepare and review journal entries related to payroll transactions for general ledger accuracy Handle tax filings, payroll tax deposits, and year-end reporting in accordance with legal requirements Support audits by providing detailed reports on payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, and tax compliance Collaborate with human resources on employment verification, labor law updates, and benefits administration Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while managing payroll data entry and processing tasks Skills Extensive experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, Kronos, Ceridian, UltiPro, PeopleSoft or similar platforms Strong knowledge of employment & labor law as well as payroll tax regulations across jurisdictions Proficiency in accounting software including QuickBooks and general ledger reconciliation tools Skilled in spreadsheet applications for data analysis and report generation Familiarity with HRIS systems for employee data management and benefits administration Understanding of time & attendance systems for accurate payroll processing Ability to handle confidential information with integrity while managing payroll management tasks effectively Excellent analysis skills for account reconciliation, journal entries, debits & credits within financial concepts Experience in non-profit or governmental accounting is a plus but not required Strong attention to detail with proficiency in 10 key typing and double entry bookkeeping techniques Join us as a Payroll Specialist to play a crucial role in ensuring our employees are paid accurately while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws. Your expertise will help uphold the integrity of our financial processes and support our organization's success!

Pay:

$56,000.00 - $64,211.35 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person