Payroll Specialist
Web ID: W7951
Classification: Accounting
City: Wichita
State: KS
Compensation: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package
Job Description: The Payroll Specialist is a vital member of our accounting team, responsible for managing and processing payroll for all employees of a construction / facilities maintenance company. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and effective communication with employees regarding payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills and be proficient in payroll software systems.
Responsibilities
- Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy in hours worked and pay rates.
- Maintain employee records related to payroll, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employment status.
- Perform general ledger reconciliation to ensure all payroll transactions are accurately recorded.
- Prepare journal entries related to payroll expenses and liabilities.
- Utilize payroll systems such as ADP, Kronos, or QuickBooks to manage payroll functions effectively.
- Conduct data entry tasks related to employee timekeeping and benefits administration.
- Assist in the administration of employee benefits as they relate to payroll deductions.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and other payroll-related matters.
- Stay updated on federal and state payroll regulations to ensure compliance.
The Payroll Specialist is a vital member of our accounting team, responsible for managing and processing payroll for all employees of a construction / facilities maintenance company. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and effective communication with employees regarding payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills and be proficient in payroll software systems.
Responsibilities
- Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy in hours worked and pay rates.
- Maintain employee records related to payroll, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employment status.
- Perform general ledger reconciliation to ensure all payroll transactions are accurately recorded.
- Prepare journal entries related to payroll expenses and liabilities.
- Utilize payroll systems such as ADP, Kronos, or QuickBooks to manage payroll functions effectively.
- Conduct data entry tasks related to employee timekeeping and benefits administration.
- Assist in the administration of employee benefits as they relate to payroll deductions.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and other payroll-related matters.
- Stay updated on federal and state payroll regulations to ensure compliance.
Job Requirements:
- 3+ years of payroll experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts.
- Proficiency in using payroll software such as ADP, Kronos, or QuickBooks.
- Experience with general ledger reconciliation and journal entries.
- Excellent data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy.
- Knowledge of debits and credits as they pertain to payroll processing.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels regarding payroll issues.
- Familiarity with benefits administration processes is a plus.
- 3+ years of payroll experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts.
- Proficiency in using payroll software such as ADP, Kronos, or QuickBooks.
- Experience with general ledger reconciliation and journal entries.
- Excellent data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy.
- Knowledge of debits and credits as they pertain to payroll processing.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels regarding payroll issues.
- Familiarity with benefits administration processes is a plus.