Payroll Specialist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Payroll Specialist in Nottingham, Maryland. In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll, maintaining compliance with laws and regulations, managing data, and responding to inquiries. This position falls within the industry of payroll and benefits administration.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and process bi-weekly payroll for both salaried and hourly employees accurately and timely.
• Ensure accurate calculations of wages, deductions, benefits, stipends, and employee reimbursements.
• Review and validate timesheets, attendance records, and leave balances for accuracy.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and verify final reports to ensure accuracy.
• Manage contributions to retirement plans and process garnishments.
• Uphold compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and regulations.
• Assist with year-end processing tasks including the preparation of W-2 forms and reconciliations.
• Participate in internal and external audits related to payroll ensuring accuracy of data and records.
• Prepare and distribute various payroll reports such as payroll summaries and general ledger journal entries.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, policies, and procedures in a timely and professional manner.
• Troubleshoot payroll system issues and collaborate with IT or external vendors for system upgrades and maintenance.• Possess at least 5 years of experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar role
• Proficient in administering 401k and RRSP
• Demonstrable experience in auditing and benefit functions
• Proficient in using Paylocity software
• Able to process payroll and bi-weekly payroll efficiently
• Experience in reviewing timesheets for accuracy
• Knowledgeable about workers compensation laws and procedures
• Experience in full cycle payroll management
• Ability to handle payroll for 101-500 employees
• Experience in managing payroll garnishments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• Excellent problem-solving/judgement skills, and high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines.

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