Payroll Specialist

BE PART OF A HIGH-PERFORMING TEAM:

Join a leading organization in the pool and spa equipment industry, renowned for its innovative designs and high-quality products. The company is committed to providing energy-efficient and eco-friendly solutions, enhancing the customer experience. The payroll team is highly skilled, detail-oriented, and dedicated to ensuring accuracy and compliance in payroll processing across multiple locations, including the U.S. and Canada. The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, offering opportunities to work on impactful projects such as tax compliance and system enhancements.

WHAT'S IN STORE FOR YOU:

This role offers the opportunity to advance your career within a company that values professional growth and development.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Accurately collect, compile, and enter payroll data into the Workday Payroll system.
• Process bi-weekly and weekly payrolls for U.S. and Canadian employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by analyzing data and implementing solutions.
• Manage garnishments and ensure timely uploads to the vendor.
• Reconcile quarterly tax filings and assist in state registrations for tax and unemployment.
• Support year-end processing, including W-2 and W-2c forms.
• Monitor and track quarterly tax amendments, ensuring timely receipt of funds.
• Assist with special projects to enhance payroll processes and efficiency.
• Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Protect payroll operations by maintaining confidentiality and recommending process improvements.

ARE YOU A WORKDAY PAYROLL SPECIALIST?

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing, with Workday experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll practices, procedures, and taxation, including local taxes.
• Proven ability to evaluate, analyze, and resolve complex payroll issues.
• Strong understanding of multi-state and federal payroll, tax, and employment laws.
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll is a plus but not required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude with a focus on excellent internal customer service.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.