Payroll Specialist

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 41,328 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health, dental and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation days

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Maryland is seeking a Corporate Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, on-time pay for a large multi-state workforce. You will manage data entry, timecard validation, bonuses, and deductions, while upholding strict confidentiality and compliance with payroll laws.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of corporate payroll experience, FPC or CPP certification, and strong Excel skills. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly wage ranging

Qualifications

• 3+ years of corporate payroll processing experience
• Experience with multi-state payroll
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws
• Proficient with payroll software and MS Excel
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll for a large employee base, including data entry, calculations, and verification of timecards, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll elements
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, including all deductions, taxes, and garnishments, with strict confidentiality
• Review and reconcile payroll reports and provide accurate payroll reports to HR and finance
• Stay up-to-date with payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and IT to streamline payroll processes and implement improvements
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries promptly
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation

Skills

FPC/CPP

Payroll processing

Data entry accuracy

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

FPC/CPP certification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented, numbers-savvy professional with a passion for accuracy and efficiency? Are you skilled in managing complex payroll processes in a fast-paced corporate environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Corporate Payroll Specialist at Sinclair, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll for a large organization in a multi-state environment while maintaining strict compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. Your keen eye for detail and meticulous approach to data entry will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity of our payroll systems and records.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll for a large employee base, including data entry, calculations, and verification of timecards, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll elements.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, including all deductions, taxes, and garnishments, while maintaining strict confidentiality of payroll information.
• Review and reconcile payroll reports, resolve any discrepancies, and provide accurate and timely payroll reports to HR and finance teams.
• Stay up-to-date with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, finance, and IT, to streamline payroll processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promptly responding to employee inquiries related to payroll, taxes, and deductions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, including employee information, tax forms, and other relevant documentation.

Qualifications

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Certification (CPP)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate payroll processing, including experience with large employee populations.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in using payroll software and systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of payroll information.

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H-1B visa, OPT-STEM employment, etc.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $30.00to $37.00 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.