Payroll HRIS Specialist

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc.; Towson, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a Payroll HRIS Specialist to support accurate payroll processing and maintain data integrity in Dayforce, coordinating payroll and HR responsibilities for the 2,000+ employees.

You will respond to payroll inquiries, support onboarding, ensure GL coding accuracy, and provide confidential service to internal stakeholders while upholding the Y's core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting, HR or related field.
• Experience in accounting, payroll or HR environments is preferred.
• Strong numerical aptitude and data accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Process timely Dayforce payroll updates with Payroll Manager for 2,000+ employees.
• Provide high-quality payroll service; respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage Rapid! pay card process; troubleshoot and support associates.
• Complete HRIS onboarding tasks; set up profiles in Dayforce.
• Collaborate with Finance and managers to ensure accurate GL coding and locations.
• Backup Payroll Manager for supplemental payments and core payroll tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data security of payroll information.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Dayforce

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Payroll HRIS Specialist is a key member of the Finance team, responsible for supporting accurate and timely payroll processing and maintaining data integrity within the HRIS system. This position ensures effective coordination between payroll and human resources functions, provides responsive customer service to internal stakeholders, and supports key components of the associate onboarding and pay processes. The specialist will demonstrate professionalism, accuracy, and a commitment to the Y in Central Maryland’s Core Values: Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Processes timely updates in the Dayforce system in collaboration with the Payroll Manager to ensure accurate payroll for 2,000+ employees.

• Provides high-quality customer service by responding to payroll-related inquiries from managers and associates and resolving discrepancies or issues efficiently.

• Manage the Rapid! pay card process, including issuance, troubleshooting, and ongoing support for associates.

• Completes the HRIS component of the new hire onboarding process, ensuring timely and accurate setup of employee profiles in the Dayforce system.

• Collaborates with the Finance team and department managers to ensure accurate assignment of work locations and proper general ledger (GL) coding.

• Serves as backup to the Payroll Manager for processing supplemental payments and core payroll functions as needed.

• Maintains confidentiality and integrity of all employee and payroll data.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• A bachelor’s degree with experience in accounting or human resources OR five years of combined professional experience in accounting, office management, human resources and/or payroll capacities.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year of prior experience in financial or accounting capacity

• Working knowledge of payroll systems or human capital management systems

• Working knowledge of MS Excel

SKILLS

• Strong aptitude for working with numbers.

• Demonstrated customer service skills.

• Demonstrated skills in organization, communication and working within a team setting.

• Problem solving abilities.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary to effectively communicate with internal and external customers in order to assist and resolve questions and problems.

• Recommend and implement process improvements and updates to current procedures.

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Google sheets.

• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• Time management skills and the ability to work independently.