Job Summary:
The Payroll Specialist will take direction from the Payroll & HRIS Supervisor in carrying out key responsibilities in the completion of payroll processing, ensuring that bi-weekly payroll, quarterly and annual bonus program pay, and commission pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company policies. The Payroll Specialist is also responsible in collaboration with the HR team to ensure that the HRIS systems are maintained and operational to maximize use across the companies.
This position will be located in Pittsburgh, PA and will work in a hybrid model, 3 days per week in office.
Responsibilities
- Process the bi-weekly payroll for United States employees (Exempt/Nonexempt) consistent with federal, and state wage and hour laws and in accordance with established payroll practices.
- Ensure accurate set-up of accounts in new states and localities for payroll withholding tax purposes.
- Prepare for payroll processing by correcting timecards, approving time off, and ensuring all unique payroll requests/changes are recorded and processed.
- Support Finance and HR in the annual merit process.
- Timely respond to Payroll inquiries.
- Process special payrolls, including one-off bonuses and commissions.
- Administer the quarterly and annual bonus programs and process the bonus payrolls.
- Upload employer HSA contributions. Collaborate with Benefit Analyst as back up to this process.
- Track and audit all hiring, personnel changes, etc. to ensure all changes correspond with Paychex output.
- Work with Benefits Analyst, HR Coordinator & HR Business Partners to ensure accurate pay data.
- Work with Benefits Analyst on Leave of Absence activities and related tasks and responsibilities.
- Run & save payroll reports and distribute as needed to Finance.
- Other projects and duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field or relevant experience in lieu of Bachelor’s degree required. In lieu of degree, relevant experience will be considered.
- 1-3 years of experience in payroll processing and HR Systems exposures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient with payroll software, Paychex preferred.
- Must maintain the highest level of discretion and confidentiality at all times.