Payroll Lead

StaffSource; Knoxville (TN); In loco; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A payroll management firm is seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for generating and processing payroll and its associated functions. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, alongside three to five years of multi-state payroll experience, excelling in both communication and analytical skills. Proficiency in payroll systems such as Lawson and Kronos is essential for ensuring accurate processing and compliance with regulations.

Competenze

• Three to five years of previous multi-state payroll experience, preferably in a 300+ employee setting.
• Ability to manage payroll processing compliance issues.

Mansioni

• Processing bi-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Manage payroll email box content.
• Assist with payroll tax returns.

Conoscenze

Excellent computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent quantitative skills

Excellent analytical skills

Formazione

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Strumenti

Lawson

Kronos Time Keeping System

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

This position is responsible for generating and processing payroll and performing its underlying functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Processing bi-weekly and monthly payrolls,
• Manage, maintain and respond to content for Payroll email box
• Familiar with payroll policy and procedures – both internal and external that impact payroll processing (e.g., compliance issues)
• Assist with the processing monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll tax returns.
• Assist with the preparation and generation of W-2s on all employees at year-end.
• Keeps abreast of changes, developments regarding payroll administration, taxes and the governing of state and federal rules and laws.
• Interact with accountants regarding payroll related general ledger issues
• Act as liaison between division management and payroll department
• Completes special projects and other tasks as assigned by the payroll supervisor or senior management.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance;
• Three to five years of previous multi-state payroll experience, preferably in a 300+ employee setting;
• Excellent computer skills (spreadsheet applications and HR/PR systems, i.e. Lawson, Kronos Time Keeping System and Excel);
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills; and