On-Site Payroll Specialist in West Hartford

Environmental Systems Company; Elmwood (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Systems Company is seeking a Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation processing. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-focused, eager to learn, and delivers excellent customer service.

This is a 100% on-site role based in West Hartford, CT. Responsibilities include processing weekly payroll, maintaining payroll data, generating reports, handling confidential information, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in payroll, accounting, or administrative support.
• Experience with payroll systems such as WennSoft Great Plains, Dayforce, or comparable platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll in accordance with internal deadlines.
• Enter and maintain payroll data in the payroll system including timesheets, payroll adjustments, job information.
• Prepare and post daily payroll transactions.
• Administer certified payroll reporting by calculating applicable prevailing wage rates and preparing, reviewing, and distributing Federal and State certified payroll documentation
• Process bonuses, commissions, and supplemental runs as required.
• Generate and distribute payroll-related reports monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Manage employee setup and changes in the payroll system, including new hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
• Maintain records of employee deductions (excluding benefits and retirement plans).
• Ensure compliance with applicable payroll laws and regulations at the state and federal level.
• Communicate effectively with managers, employees, and executives regarding payroll inquiries.
• Support audits and provide documentation as requested.
• Perform other duties and payroll-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

WennSoft Great Plains

Dayforce

Job description

Environmental Systems Company is seeking a Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation processing. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-focused, eager to learn, and delivers excellent customer service.

This is a 100% on-site role based in West Hartford, CT. Responsibilities include processing weekly payroll, maintaining payroll data, generating reports, handling confidential information, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.