Payroll Specialist

The Lisinski Law Firm - Powell, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Powell, OH

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Lisinski Law Firm will be a key member of the accounting team, responsible for preparing and processing payroll for over 1,000 team members using Workday. This role will involve collaboration with various functional areas, including HR, IT, and Operations, to ensure efficient payroll support and compliance with tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sr. Payroll Accountant in processing and supporting the Workday Payroll and Time Tracking systems.
• Responsible for payroll preparation/processing, tax reporting, and payroll systems maintenance.
• Process bi-weekly US payroll and weekly international consultant workforce pay.
• Produce and distribute payroll and overtime reporting as needed by cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities for Workday payroll process improvements.
• Audit, preview, and post payroll reports for accuracy.
• Assist with adding and closing tax jurisdictions.
• Assist with Workday year-end payroll processing duties to ensure accurate and timely W2's.
• Maintain supporting documentation of all payrolls.
• Help enforce and refine payroll standards, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Work alongside the Sr. Payroll Accountant on payroll and accounting initiatives to enhance organizational efficiency and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a major in Accounting or Business preferred
• 2-3 years of experience processing payroll
• 1-2 years of experience with Workday Payroll
• Multi-state, federal, and local tax experience required
• Payroll tax processing experience required
• Proven ability to work productively, efficiently, confidentially, and effectively under a tight timeline
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to assess a sense of urgency and prioritization of work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to seek resources as needed
• Proven customer service skills while maintaining a confidential work environment
• Strong demonstration of business ethics and integrity