Payroll Processing Specialist

$50,000 - $55,000/Yr

PRH_US - Westminster, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Westminster, MD

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Bertelsmann Global Business Services is responsible for processing payroll for select business units, ensuring compliance with company policies and federal/state regulations. This role involves reviewing HR workflows, verifying payroll data, and responding to employee inquiries regarding payroll and tax information. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for payroll processing for select business units and backup payroll processing
• Review of HR generated workflows for payroll impact
• Input/verify payroll data including garnishments
• Review employee tax data for jurisdiction accuracy
• Review timekeeping system data where applicable
• Verify expected payroll calculation results
• Prepare funding requests, update required spreadsheets
• Apply company policy and federal/state payroll related regulations
• Respond to employee/HR questions regarding payroll and payroll tax information
• Run/prepare payroll reports as needed
• Provide payroll data for audit as requested
• Perform payroll accounting analysis as needed
• Assist with payroll implementation tasks as assigned
• Make decisions regarding accuracy of work
• Organize workload by assigning input priorities to data received
• Exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Further tasks may be assigned within the frame of the profile.

Requirements

• 2 to 4 years experience in Accounting, General Ledger and Payroll
• Prior Bookkeeping and Payroll Tax Analysis experience is desired
• Effectively Multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast pace environment, producing quality
• Work under pressure while meeting deadlines
• Possess and exhibit the ability to think logically and analyze problems & data
• PC proficiency to include Excel & Word
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Prior UKG (formerly Ultipro & Kronos) experience is a Plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Sabbatical program
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness reimbursements
• Home office setup reimbursements
• Back-Up Care