Payroll Specialist

Carter's - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Atlanta, GA

Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Carter's is responsible for managing payroll activities for the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate processing in compliance with established deadlines. This role involves analyzing payroll reports, responding to employee inquiries, and maintaining payroll records, all while supporting legal compliance and internal controls. The position is based in a hybrid work environment and reports to the Payroll Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Manage all payroll activities for processing US payrolls timely and accurately in accordance to established deadlines
• Analyze Workday audit reports for payroll processing
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns within 2 business days
• Maintain and document all payroll transactions
• Prepare Workday payroll reports for management and auditing purposes
• Assist in completing accurate and timely filing of annual tax returns including W2s, 941s, etc.
• Maintain standards for all garnishment processing
• Provide support for internal and external payroll related audits
• Ensure maximum compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Maintain records for all customer related inquiry and appropriate departmental log
• Utilize Workday reporting for quarterly and year-end tax adjustments
• Responsible for updating payroll standard operating procedures

Requirements

• 2-4 years of payroll work experience in a high-volume processing environment
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or business highly preferred
• Knowledge of accounting related to payroll processing
• Workday experience
• Timely and good verbal and written communication
• Attention to detail, organized, ability to work independently

Nice-to-haves

• US and Canada payroll processing experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and payroll systems
• Self-motivated, effectively achieves team goals
• Strong ability to multi-task
• Excellent team player who works well in a collaborative environment
• Ability to work effectively with external partners as well as internal employees

Benefits

• Career Development programs including Carter's University and Toastmasters
• Mentorship programs