Payroll Specialist

Unclassified - Wichita, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Wichita, KS

101-250 employees

About the position

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for performing routine payroll tasks, including processing bi-weekly payroll for 200 employees, ensuring accuracy in payroll calculations, and supporting the accounting department with various financial tasks. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills to manage payroll discrepancies and assist in audits.

Responsibilities

• Calculate, post and process payroll by established deadline.
• Process payroll/benefit related reconciliations to general ledger.
• Reconcile employee deductions.
• Collect, compile and enter payroll data using appropriate software.
• Update employee attendance records based on company policy.
• Review and reconcile computerized transactions for labor and attendance for payroll.
• Check figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Use problem solving and communication skills when reviewing labor and attendance transactions to detect and reconcile discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation for the annual financial audit.
• Assist in gathering data for annual 401k and Workers Comp audits.
• Support Accounting department with various tasks, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

• Mid-level experience in payroll processing and accounting functions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in payroll software and data entry.

Benefits

• 401(k)