Payroll Specialist

$33,500 - $45,000/Yr

Time & Pay - Newport News, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Newport News, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Payroll Specialist position is a full-time role at a payroll service provider in Newport News, VA. The specialist will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, responsible for processing multiple payrolls daily and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and client needs. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll processing, taxation, benefits administration, and compliance with federal and state wage laws.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and process multiple payrolls each day.
• Obtain employee and payroll data required to process payrolls through phone, email, and/or fax.
• Maintain employee demographics, pay rates, deductions, paid leave, benefit deductions, and direct deposit accounts.
• Maintain electronic files containing current and historical payroll, quarterly and year-end returns, and other payroll-related documentation.
• Maintain billable services and accurate invoice generation for payroll clients.
• Assist in maintaining employee profiles to ensure compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
• Assist clients with ad hoc report requests, employment verifications, pay stub requests, and worker's comp insurance audits.

Requirements

• Associates degree or minimum 2 years of experience in payroll administration.
• Extensive knowledge in payroll processing, payroll taxation, benefits, and compliance with federal/state wage laws.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Great verbal, written, and customer relations skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Human Resource management and/or benefit administration.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.