Payroll Specialist

$46,700 - $70,100/Yr

One Call Medical - Austin, TX

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Remote - Austin, TX
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About the position

The Payroll Specialist plays a crucial role in administering the payroll function for our organization, reporting directly to the Manager of Payroll. This position is designed for individuals who are eager to make a significant impact by ensuring that employees are compensated accurately and on time. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for collecting, verifying, and storing payroll data related to our bi-weekly payroll and weekly temporary associate payroll. This includes managing information for new hires, terminations, job changes, and other payroll-related adjustments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of data entry accuracy. In this role, the Payroll Specialist will work closely with internal customers, members of the People Team, and other payroll team members to understand business requirements and the configuration of payroll and timekeeping systems. The position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to learn new technologies quickly. The Payroll Specialist will also be involved in preparing and reconciling payroll reports, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and maintaining confidentiality of payroll operations. The role also includes administrative responsibilities, where the Payroll Specialist will apply knowledge of company policies to assist internal customers with non-routine requests, recommend procedure changes, and provide training as needed. Continuous improvement of internal processes is essential to deliver high-quality service to our internal customers. The position may also involve acting as an escalation point for resolving complex colleague issues and responding to vendor and employee verification requests.

Responsibilities

  • Collect, verify, and store company payroll data related to bi-weekly and weekly payrolls.
  • Maintain updates and inputs required information in the timekeeping system.
  • Review data entry for accuracy and reconcile separate files to payroll reports.
  • Prepare and reconcile pre/post payroll reports to ensure accuracy of payroll data.
  • Compute wages, taxes, and deductions as needed.
  • Set up new state and local tax codes and assist with accurate filings.
  • Interface regularly with third-party payroll, tax, and verification vendors.
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and yearly audits and coordinate month-end processing of reports.
  • Provide payroll information by answering questions and requests.
  • Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements regarding payroll.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance or related program preferred.
  • 2-4 years of related and relevant work experience.
  • Experience with UltiPro Payroll and/or Kronos timekeeping systems.
  • Active and knowledgeable Excel user, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and formulas.
  • Working knowledge of federal and state tax regulations that impact payroll.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle moderately complex issues.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in a fast-paced payroll environment.
  • Knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to work from home
  • Competitive wages with opportunities for annual merit increases
  • Paid development hours for professional and community development
  • 18 days of Paid Time off plus 8 company holidays and 2 personal days per year
  • $1,000 Colleague Referral Program
  • Enterprise Recognition Program
  • Exclusive discounts on travel, activities, and merchandise
  • Colleague Assistance Program providing free counseling and financial services
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program including certifications
  • Quantum Health healthcare navigation platform
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Pre-Tax FSA and HSA health savings accounts
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short term and long-term disability
  • Healthcare concierge
  • Pet Insurance
  • The One Call Foundation for unexpected emergencies.
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