Wells - Albany, MN
posted 2 months ago
The Corporate Payroll Specialist is responsible for assisting in the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all company employees. This role involves maintaining payroll records, processing employee earnings and deductions, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. The Payroll Specialist will work closely with the payroll team to support daily operations and resolve payroll-related issues relating to the weekly multi-state, multi-union payroll for approximately 2,200 employees. In this position, the specialist will assist with processing weekly payrolls, ensuring accuracy in employee earnings, deductions, and benefits. They will enter and update employee payroll information, including new hires, terminations, and salary changes. The role also includes handling payroll adjustments such as bonuses, overtime, and commissions, and ensuring payroll processing complies with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies. The Payroll Specialist will assist in the preparation and submission of payroll tax filings and reports, maintain accurate payroll records, and respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll. They will also assist with resolving payroll discrepancies, collaborate with HR to ensure accurate employee data for payroll processing, process wage garnishments, and assist with audits. Additionally, the specialist will compile monthly union reporting and complete testing for software upgrades, along with special projects as requested.