Payroll Specialist

Capital Markets Placement; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in staffing and recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and support HRIS administration. This entry-level position requires at least 2 years of experience and offers opportunities for process improvement and collaboration with HR and Finance teams.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of payroll processing experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and best practices.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timely for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and labor laws.
• Manage employee deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Tools

HRIS platforms

Payroll software

Excel

Job description

Join us to apply for the Payroll Specialist role at Capital Markets Placement

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Specialist to join our client's team. This individual will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing, including weekly, biweekly, and off-cycle payroll runs for both hourly and salaried employees. Additionally, this role will support HRIS administration and help optimize payroll workflows for better efficiency and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process accurate and timely payroll on a weekly, biweekly, and off-cycle basis for hourly and salaried employees.
• Own the end-to-end payroll process, including audits, compliance, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and labor laws.
• Manage employee deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax withholdings.
• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and audits.
• Maintain employee records in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on process improvements.
• Enhance payroll workflows within HRIS for efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay informed on payroll trends, system upgrades, and regulatory changes.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of payroll processing experience with hourly and salaried employees.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and best practices.
• Experience with multiple pay schedules, including off-cycle runs.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and labor laws.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and payroll software.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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