Payroll Specialist

SWBC PEO; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SWBC PEO in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor who can maintain high confidentiality and effectively communicate payroll-related information. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6+ years in payroll processing, strong knowledge of payroll systems, and excellent communication skills.

This role involves supervising team members, resolving client payroll issues, and ensuring the accurate processing of payroll for multiple clients. A high school diploma is required, with CPP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Strong working knowledge of job costed and certified payrolls.
• Bilingual preferred with CPP certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise payroll team and process payroll for client companies.
• Resolve payroll issues and interact with clients on inquiries.
• Ensure accuracy in payroll processing, including audits and verifications.

Skills

Payroll processing experience

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of payroll systems

Proficient in MS Excel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Payroll database systems

MS Excel

Prism HR

Job description

SWBC is seeking a talented individual to perform as a supervisor on the payroll team while maintaining high confidentiality and effective communication of all employee-related payroll information. Prominent team member in the PEO payroll division specializing in the PEO payroll processes and procedures as well as providing payroll support for the team. Assists Payroll Manager with human resource functions, possible changes to current procedures, and performs payroll projects for the betterment of the team. Individual also processes payroll for high profile clients.

Essential duties include the following:

• Processes Payroll for Client Companies and supervises selected members of the payroll team.
• Works with Clients to resolve payroll issues.
• Interacts with Client companies and employees regarding payroll questions and problem resolution.
• Enters and ensures New Hires are processed correctly in Timekeeping systems.
• Audit the payment of high compensation as well as bonus payments and the Child Support arrearage lump sum payment process.
• Initiates direct deposits when necessary.
• Verifies accuracy of information, checking for possible FLSA violations. Enters and ensures New Hires are processed correctly in the Payroll Systems.
• Process employee payment types.
• W-4 and I-9 maintenance.
• Processes general deductions.
• Maintains client contact information and list of standard clients requested reports. Assist Payroll Specialist with labor issues, tax withholding, deductions, documentation etc.
• Process data changes.
• Maintains knowledge of government contract requirements (example Davis Bacon Act and McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act) including certified payroll reporting, wage decisions, fringe benefits, and job classifications and assist clients with compliance. Assist clients with set up of Wrap Up Programs including ROCIP, OCIP and CCIP reporting requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Serious candidates will possess the minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience as it pertains to payroll processing, garnishments & general deductions, and W-2 & I-9 maintenance.
• CPP certification preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of processing job costed and certified payrolls.
• Strong working knowledge of personal computers and payroll database systems.
• Working knowledge of handling routine payroll tasks and effectively communicating the results.
• Knowledge of time clock systems.
• Knowledge of state laws concerning payroll, overtime, and the like.
• Able to process multiple payrolls for numerous Clients with various payroll schedules
• Proficient skills in MS Excel, Prism HR, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to focus on details, demonstrate accuracy, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.