People Payroll Compliance Specialist

JB Hunt - Lowell, AR

Full-time

Lowell, AR

Truck Transportation

About the position

The People Payroll Compliance Specialist at J.B. Hunt Transport is responsible for supporting payroll tax compliance, payroll accounting, and ensuring adherence to payroll processes and procedures. This role involves assisting the Payroll Team with compliance monitoring, audit requests, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of payroll tax requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Payroll Team with monitoring SOX compliance in payroll processes, policies and controls
• Support internal and external audit requests
• Perform periodic audits of payroll processes
• Responsible for payroll accounting activities
• Ensure wage payment compliance
• Provide guidance and support on Tier 3 response to payroll policy questions
• Keep abreast of current payroll tax requirements and advise management on pay practices and tax compliance issues
• Research and evaluate laws and regulations regarding taxes and payroll withholding procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year or more of related experience, education or training
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Finance or related field (preferred)
• 2 or more years of related experience, education or training (preferred)
• Experience in a call center environment, Payroll, Finance or Human Resources (preferred)
• Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
• Ability to be both flexible and adaptable
• Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and peers
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Analytical skills
• Data Analysis skills
• Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience in payroll administration
• Experience working in a customer service job
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of federal, state and local pay regulations
• Problem solving skills
• Proficient active listening skills
• Willingness to help others