Payroll Specialist

$50,000 - $65,000/Yr

Mohawk Global Logistics - Syracuse, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Syracuse, NY

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About the position

As a Payroll Specialist at Mohawk Global, you will be responsible for delivering payroll administration to a diverse workforce across multiple states and Canada. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with international, federal, and state laws, and involves maintaining payroll accuracy and efficiency. You will leverage your organizational and communication skills to make a significant impact within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert in company payroll, ensuring accurate and efficient processing within strict deadlines.
• Lead the project for the 2025 conversion from a semi-monthly to bi-weekly payroll schedule.
• Collaborate with Benefits to ensure proper pay for employee leaves including STD, LTD, FMLA, and state-specific regulations.
• Ensure adherence to employment regulations and federal/state overtime rules and salary thresholds.
• Provide new employee training on ADP pay/time off program.
• Work closely with Benefits and Accounting to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Lead the annual payroll audit and assist in the annual 401(k) audit.
• Manage end-of-year payroll processes, including accurate issuance of W2s and preparation for new year payroll processes.
• Prepare and provide various payroll reports to leadership while maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify and address potential compliance risks.
• Draft and manage policies and procedures to uphold regulatory mandates and internal requirements.
• Coordinate with the People & Culture Team and external HR vendor to deliver a compliant employee handbook for both US and Canada.

Requirements

• Proven experience in payroll administration and compliance enforcement.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and organize large amounts of information.
• Prior experience in payroll administration across multiple states and Canada is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word; experience with ADP WorkforceNow is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a high degree of accuracy.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion at all times.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or a related field is preferred.
• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred.

Benefits

• Disability insurance