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BBSI is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Plano, TX to process 80-100 client payrolls with varied cycles and complexities, and to partner with clients to optimize payroll and HRIS processes. The role reports to the Payroll Service Manager and works with the business unit, branch and corporate teams.
Requirements include at least 5 years of payroll experience, strong client service, and the ability to improve processes. Travel within 50 miles for client visits and onsite training is expected.
The BBSI Payroll Specialist position is a key member of the business unit team that consults on a broad range of organizational and management areas. The primary objective of the Payroll Specialist is to process perfect and timely payrolls for around 80-100 clients with a variety of pay periods, pay cycles, and payroll complexities. Additionally, the Payroll Specialist will work closely with clients to understand their payroll and accounting systems and processes to help identify and recommend process improvements.
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong business acumen and possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a genuine desire to proactively and consistently deliver value to our clients and internal teams.
This position reports to the Payroll Service Manager and works in partnership with other positions within the business unit, branch and corporate office.
Run high volume perfect and timely on- and off-cycle payrolls (700+ employees) for multiple client companies
Become an expert in new client onboarding, BBSI payroll, CRM (Salesforce), timekeeping and HRIS systems. Identify systems options to achieve better results for clients and BU members
Perform client payroll trainings (virtual and on-site) and use of all feature functionalities relevant to client.
Become subject matter expert on client data including turnover, ongoing or seasonal headcount fluctuations, time & attendance, building payroll bridges, import & export requirements, prevailing wages, job costing, certified payroll, standard & custom reporting requirements of client companies.
Minimum 5 years of payroll experience - ideally in a multi-client, fast-paced, demanding environment
Strong client service orientation and superb customer service skills
Demonstrated experience in process improvement and streamlining - within prior role or department
Experience as a bookkeeper or accountant desirable
Must be self-driven to succeed and help drive success for our business owners
Knowledge of wage and hour laws and taxability of wages. Exposure to employee relations, HR and workers' compensation claims management helpful.
Effective communicator with individuals at all levels within an organization
Professional appearance and demeanor; excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional time management skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, with minimal supervision
Systems experience including proficiency in MS Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word. Experience in CRM, Citrix preferred, HRP software experience a big plus
Associate's degree preferred; advanced degree is a plus
CPP or FPC designation highly preferred
MS Office experience
Approximately 10% of time to be spent out of the office (local travel within 50 miles of office) for client visits and onsite training
The starting salary for this position is between 70-80K plus bonus. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography, skills , education, experience, certifications, and other qualifications of the candidate.
Accrued sick leave of 1 hour for every 40 hours of work, with maximum based on state or regional requirements; vacation accrues up to 80 hours in the first year, up to 120 hours in years 2-4, and up to 160 hours in the fifth year; 6 paid holidays annually, 4 paid volunteer days annually.
Diversity and Inclusion are critical parts of our corporate culture. BBSI strives to create a workplace where everyone feels included and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work, and is treated fairly. BBSI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.