Payroll Specialist

$39,520 - $45,760/Yr

Watson Refrigeration - Raleigh, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Raleigh, NC

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Payroll Specialist position at Watson Refrigeration is responsible for managing timekeeping and payroll processing for all employees at the local level. This role emphasizes accuracy and timeliness in payroll tasks while providing exemplary service to both internal and external customers. The position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive and flexible work environment.

Responsibilities

• Daily time checking for Technicians on jobs/projects.
• Timely entering of weekly payroll and PTO tracking.
• Processing payroll, taxes, deductions, per diem, commissions, and overtime weekly.
• Maintain all employee files with confidentiality.
• Processing timely new hire, insurance, disciplinary, and termination paperwork.
• Complete any insurance-related transactions at local or corporate level as needed.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries as appropriate.
• Basic training or troubleshooting of software access for Technicians.
• Communication to local staff regarding any changes related to payroll, insurance, etc.

Requirements

• Excel and other office software application experience required.
• Payroll and light HR knowledge required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all levels, at all times.
• Basic understanding of filing methods.
• Extremely detail-oriented and high level of organization.
• Problem-solving skills are a must.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to assist other office staff to help accomplish tasks.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing environment.
• Evenly tempered, understands audience when communicating.
• Team player mentality and attitude.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance