Payroll Specialist

Unclassified - Central Point, OR

Part-time

Onsite - Central Point, OR

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at TP Trucking is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all regular hourly payrolls. This role involves preparing and maintaining payroll reports and records, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to payroll functions. The Payroll Specialist will work closely with the Payroll and HR Manager to assist with inquiries and various research or analysis projects. This position requires a strong understanding of payroll practices and the ability to manage a variety of general accounting and administrative tasks. The successful candidate must be able to work in the Central Point, OR office, as full-time remote work is not available. Key responsibilities include weekly processing of payroll, calculating driver and mechanic pay, generating necessary reports, and transmitting direct deposit transactions. The Payroll Specialist will also handle garnishments and other payroll deductions, maintain up-to-date employee records, and assist in managing benefit eligibility and premium payments. Additionally, the role requires maintaining current knowledge of payroll practices and changes in payroll laws, as well as supporting and adhering to company policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned as needed, making this a dynamic and essential role within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Weekly processing of payroll.
• Calculates driver pay per load hauled and work performed.
• Calculates mechanic pay weekly.
• Generates and distributes necessary reports to appropriate personnel.
• Assists Payroll and HR Manager with inquiries and research or analysis projects.
• Transmits direct deposit transactions.
• Receives, reviews, responds to, and tracks garnishment and other payroll deductions.
• Provides payroll files and payroll deduction information to Accounting for the general ledger and accounts payable.
• Maintains up-to-date employee records by inputting new hires, updating changes, and processing terminations.
• Files employee documentation received from Human Resources into personnel and medical files.
• Maintains records of weekly benefit eligibility and premium payments.
• Assists HR Manager in researching and providing information on FMLA eligibility.
• Maintains current knowledge of payroll practices and changes in payroll laws.
• Supports and adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of two to four years payroll experience.
• An associate's degree in accounting, Business Administration or related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience using computerized payroll systems, CPP certification preferred.
• Proficiency in personal computer use with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.