Payroll Specialist

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage the end-to-end payroll process for hourly and salaried staff. This role covers data accuracy, time tracking, deductions, and tax filings to ensure compliant and timely payroll operations.

Ideal candidates will have experience with major payroll software (Workday, ADP, Paychex, Gusto or QuickBooks Payroll) and maintain strict confidentiality while delivering reliable payroll support in Augusta, GA.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality are essential.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with internal staff and auditors.
• Experience with major payroll software platforms is required.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and tax concepts.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Managing the complete lifecycle of employee compensation for hourly and salaried workers.
• Data Maintenance: Inputting and auditing employee data including hires, terminations, and rate changes.
• Time Tracking: Verifying timesheets and correcting discrepancies for accurate wages.
• Deduction Administration: Handling voluntary benefits, 401(k), and garnishments.
• Tax Compliance: Filing federal, multi-state, and local payroll taxes.
• Regulatory Reporting: Generating payroll metrics and tax documents like W-2s.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Payroll knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Workday

ADP

Paychex

Gusto

QuickBooks Payroll

Job description

Express seeks a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations, tax withholding, and regulatory compliance. If you have the skills, experience, and a great work ethic, we would love for you to apply.

Compensation

$44,000.00 - $50,000.00 annually

Core Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Managing the complete, cyclical lifecycle of employee compensation for hourly and salaried workers.
• Data Maintenance: Inputting and auditing employee data, including new hires, terminations, rate adjustments, and direct deposit information.
• Time Tracking: Verifying digital timesheets and correcting discrepancies to ensure correct wage distribution.
• Deduction Administration: Calculating and processing voluntary benefits deductions, 401(k) allocations, and mandatory court-ordered garnishments.
• Tax Compliance: Computing and filing federal, multi-state, and local payroll taxes under regional labor and tax guidelines.
• Regulatory Reporting: Creating internal payroll metrics, monthly ledger journal entries, and annual reporting variables like W-2 and tax forms.
• System Auditing: Conducting regular internal database audits and supplying records to external corporate auditors.
• Employee Support: Answering internal staff inquiries regarding paycheck distribution, tax withholdings, and benefits payouts.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Professional Certification: Possession of a CPP credential, Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or NACPB CPS designation.
• Software Proficiency: Experience handling enterprise platforms like Workday, ADP, Paychex, Gusto, or QuickBooks Payroll.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep mastery of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), multi-state tax jurisdictions, and local labor mandates.
• Technical Skillsets: Advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel, database administration, and general financial accounting.
• Interpersonal Abilities: Strict attention to record detail, high confidentiality standards, and strong communication skills.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Work Experience: 2 to 5 years of dedicated corporate payroll experience.

Please Note: If you do not qualify but know someone who may be interested, please share this opportunity.

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