Senior Payroll Specialist

Beacon Hill Staffing Group - Earth City, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Earth City, MO

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Payroll Specialist role at Beacon Hill Financial involves processing biweekly and weekly payroll accurately and on time, while ensuring excellent customer service for all employees. This position is crucial for managing payroll-related taxes, overseeing supplemental payroll inputs, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and SOX regulations. The role also includes acting as a project lead for acquisitions and process modifications.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provide excellent customer service to all levels of employees.
• Balance and review all taxes related to assigned payroll, including Federal, State, and FICA.
• Balance W2's and ensure accuracy in payroll reporting.
• Work with internal and external auditors for testing of SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Oversee supplemental payroll inputs such as wage garnishments, loans, or levies.
• Transmit payroll results and general ledger reports to Finance.
• Perform payroll audit reconciliations.
• Act as project lead for acquisitions, mergers, and process modifications.

Requirements

• Experience in payroll processing and management.
• Strong understanding of payroll taxes and compliance regulations.
• Ability to work with auditors and ensure SOX compliance.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of accounting principles related to payroll.
• Project management experience.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Encouragement for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply.