Payroll Specialist

Bayer Built Woodworks - Belgrade, MN

Full-time

Belgrade, MN

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Bayer Built Woodworks is responsible for managing the day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for team members. This role involves maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and addressing payroll-related inquiries. The specialist will also handle payroll processing, discrepancies, and reporting, while serving as the primary resource for payroll software systems.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and perform related duties regarding team members' time and attendance in the payroll system (ADP).
• Ensure accuracy in calculations of wages, bonuses, commissions, etc.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues with paychecks and deductions.
• Address team member inquiries related to payroll, deductions, and discrepancies.
• Ensure payroll operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations and labor laws.
• Prepare and distribute W-2's, 1099, and other tax-related forms.
• Process and maintain records in payroll systems regarding team member changes.
• Process and distribute payroll, labor, and other pertinent reports to team leaders and management.
• Assist with audits and provide necessary information.
• Meet with team members upon termination and process paperwork related to termination.
• Serve as the primary resource for payroll software systems, processes, and updates, troubleshooting issues and consulting with vendors as needed.
• Attend webinars and seminars related to payroll processes and procedural changes.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and labor laws.
• Proficiency in payroll software (ADP preferred) and Excel.
• Ability to prioritize projects and work independently to meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to be organized and detail-oriented.
• Experience in Microsoft Office software and general computer skills.
• Ability to adhere to the company's confidentiality policy regarding company and team member confidential data.
• Knowledgeable of basic office equipment, i.e., copy machine, fax machine, phone systems.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years' experience working directly with payroll.

Nice-to-haves

• Certificate or license from vocational or trade school recommended (Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certificate (FPC) desired).