Payroll Specialist

Tamko Building Products - Joplin, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Joplin, MO

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

TAMKO is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations, ensuring compliance with HR policies and accounting standards. This role involves processing payroll, managing employee data, and supporting benefits administration, requiring strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees, including regular and overtime hours.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, including the proper calculation of withholding taxes and deductions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate payroll-related records, including wage adjustments, benefits deductions, and tax filings.
• Assist with general ledger entries related to payroll, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Resolve discrepancies in payroll accounting and manage payroll-related audits.
• Provide support to maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy in data related to compensation, benefits, and time tracking.
• Support employee benefits programs by processing enrollments, terminations, changes, and audits.
• Assist with new employee onboarding, ensuring timely and accurate entry of personal and financial data into payroll and HR systems.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and policies.
• Assist in creating and refining payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Maintain employee confidence by keeping information confidential.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or HR roles, preferably in a combined function.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage laws, and benefits administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage confidential information and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Certification in Payroll (CPP) or HR (PHR/SPHR) is a plus.
• Experience with HRIS and timekeeping systems.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis.

Benefits

• Group Health and Life Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan