Payroll Specialist PT - Remote (Philadelphia, PA or Cleveland, OH)

$62,400 - $68,640/Yr

Digital Insurance - Scranton, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Scranton, PA

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at OneDigital is responsible for executing accurate payroll processing, compliance audits, and process improvement. This role involves managing multi-state payroll activities, ensuring compliance with wage and hour laws, and providing exceptional customer service to employees. The Payroll Specialist will also play a crucial role in system conversions and implementations related to payroll and time and attendance, contributing expertise in tax audit processes and payroll operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-state payroll and related activities including computation of wage and overtime payments.
• Calculate and record payroll deductions, paycheck advances, bonus runs, commissions, and fringe benefit reporting.
• Oversee payroll processing, tax setup and compliance, payroll configuration within HRIS, reporting, and compliance auditing.
• Coordinate 401(k) contribution/HSA submission processes by inputting accurate data into vendor portals.
• Audit and review benefit deductions, reconciling against election and enrollment information.
• Prepare manual payments when required and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Review timesheets and time off requests, addressing any discrepancies.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly audits (401k, benefits, payroll, etc.).
• Assist with generalist responsibilities (benefits admin, onboarding, offboarding) when coverage is needed.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of payroll experience in a dedicated payroll function with multiple states/jurisdictions.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of payroll processing, taxes, compliance, and auditing.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and diagnose problems.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, PayChex, Paycom, Paylocity, Paycor, and Kronos.
• Experience in providing quality customer service.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Overtime pay for non-exempt employees.
• Robust learning and development programs.
• Reimbursement of job-related expenses.
• Employee perks and discounts.