Payroll Specialist

Range Resources; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Range Resources is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage all payroll functions reporting to the VP of HR. The role requires deep knowledge of payroll rules, regulations, and related systems, and engages with auditors and vendors.

Key duties include processing biweekly payroll across multiple states via ADP Workforce Payroll, managing time/attendance in ADP Etime, and handling 401(k) contributions and deferred compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 8+ years of payroll experience in a related role; equity-based compensation a plus.
• CPP certification preferred.
• Telecommuting eligible with hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, audit, and input payroll data using ADP Workforce Payroll system and process biweekly payroll for multiple states in compliance with federal/state laws.
• Administer ADP Etime for time and attendance, act as first point of contact for time data issues, and prepare standard/ad hoc reports.
• Process 401(k) contributions and deferred compensation payments, including file uploads and transfers to plan administrators.
• Ensure timely year-end processing of W-2s and related tax reporting, including relocation expenses and ACA employer coverage.
• Handle stock administrator data transfers and RSU/SAR postings for annual compensation.
• Prepare quarterly deductions for United Way and Energy Independence PAC and Pennsylvania Local Services tax.

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ADP WorkforceNow

Enterprise Payroll System

Recruiting Management (Applicant Tracking System)

E-Verify

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Payroll Specialist is an advanced-level position that is responsible for all payroll functions reporting to the VP of HR. This position requires thorough knowledge of payroll rules and regulations, organizational structure and systems, accounting, auditing and government regulations. Key areas of responsibility include analysis, research and use of judgment in conjunction with the preparation of payroll entries, payroll reporting, year-end W-2 processing and payment of contributions to vendors and plan administrators. Additionally, the Payroll Specialist serves as primary liaison to payroll processing vendors and internal and external auditors. May lead projects and/or act in a liaison capacity between other departments, divisions or outside organizations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, audit, prepare and input payroll data using ADP Workforce Payroll system. Process and distribute biweekly payroll in a multi-state environment ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.


• Administer ADP Etime System for time and attendance. Includes acting as first point-of-contact for employees on entering time, vacation, sick and personal hours, researching and resolving problems, preparing and maintaining standard and ad hoc reports and conducting audits to ensure data integrity.


• Process 401K contributions and deferred compensation payments. Includes processing file uploads of election changes, verifying contributions from 401K administrator and processing Medicare deductions on vested deferred compensation. Process wire transfers to plan administrators for both 401K and deferred compensation contributions.


• Ensure timely and accurate year-end processing of employee W-2's. Includes processing additional income such as taxable relocation expenses, employer portion of deferred compensation and Affordable Care Act employer-sponsored health coverage.


• Process biweekly file transfer of employee profile changes for company's stock administrator. Post RSU and SAR stock transactions to annual compensation for taxing purposes.


• Process quarterly report and payments of voluntary deductions to United Way and Energy Independence PAC, as well as required deductions for Pennsylvania Local Services tax.


• Create and distribute custom reports such as employee headcount, new hires and overtime as requested by various departments to assist in management and business needs and objectives.


• Oversee all payroll procedures including analysis, design and implementation of changes leading to best practice operations and in accordance with Company policies. Actively identify and assist in implementing new systems and processes, as needed, that ensure continuous improvement in accuracy.


• Responsible for proper entry of garnishments, tax levies and support orders.


• Maintain and apply knowledge of federal, state and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation. Ensure policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance and advise management on needed actions.


• Ensure proper data entry and tax set up for internal employee transfers.


• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma

Minimum Experience

8+ years related, relevant payroll experience; Experience with equity based compensation is a plus

Professional Certifications -

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

Conditions of Employment

• Work Conditions - Office (see footnote)


• Telecommuting Eligible (see footnote) - Hybrid Schedule

Skills -

ADP WorkforceNow or Enterprise Payroll System, Recruiting Management (Applicant Tracking System), E-Verify, Microsoft Office