Payroll Specialist

2 months ago


Leawood, Kansas, United States Murphy-Hoffman Full time
Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is a leading provider of diesel truck dealerships, leasing, and rental operations. We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team.

Job Summary

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for auditing and processing weekly payroll, as well as duties related to the upkeep and calculation of employee wages, taxes, and deductions. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Audit and process weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Calculate employee earnings, commissions, and bonuses, as well as employee deductions and taxes.
  • Prepare vendor payments and reconcile related general ledger accounts.
  • Post, verify, and file employee status changes, including new hires, transfers, and terminations.
  • Determine payroll liabilities by calculating amounts due for federal, state, and city taxes, garnishments, 401k withholdings, etc.
  • Process the upkeep of employee garnishments.
  • Ensure quality of payroll output by running a series of audits during the pay process.
Requirements
  • Understanding of basic accounting and reconciliation procedures.
  • Associates degree in business or accounting, or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Must be accurate with strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment.
  • Computer skills and previous office experience.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary.
  • Medical, dental, and prescription insurance.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • Paid time off program.
  • 401k and profit sharing with employer match.
  • Flexible spending account.
  • Internal promotion opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • On-the-job training.
About Us

Murphy-Hoffman Company is a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing, and rental operations. We believe in fostering an environment that helps employees realize their full potential - a place where you can grow as a person and a professional.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.