Payroll Specialist

The Judge Group; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Payroll Specialist II to support payroll operations. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely payments for employees, processing timesheets, calculating wages, and maintaining payroll records. The ideal candidate will possess strong numerical and organizational skills, along with a solid understanding of payroll software and regulations. Join a dynamic team that values attention to detail and effective communication, where your contributions will help streamline payroll processes and enhance employee satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in payroll administration required.
• Proficiency in payroll software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing payroll accurately and on time.
• Verify and input data from timesheets into the payroll system.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Numerical Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Great Plains

Microsoft Dynamics

UKG

Job description

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About the Company:

The Judge Group is an international professional services firm with deep expertise in consulting, learning, staffing & search, and offshore solutions. We operate across the United States, Canada, and India from over 30 locations. We proudly serve over 50 Fortune 100 companies across all verticals, including financial services, healthcare & life sciences, insurance, technology, government, manufacturing, and telecom/utilities. To learn more, please visit us at www.JUDGE.com. The Judge Group was recently ranked the 12th Largest Information Technology Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analyst.

About the Role:

The Judge Group is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist II to support our payroll manager in ensuring accurate and timely payment for employees. The successful candidate will perform various administrative tasks, including timesheet processing, wage calculation, tax processing, and report preparation. The ideal candidate should have excellent numerical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of payroll software and regulations. Good communication and interpersonal skills are also essential, as the role involves working with different departments and levels of staff. The ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion is also important.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the payroll manager in processing payroll for employees in a timely and accurate manner
• Verify and input data from timesheets, attendance records, and other sources into the payroll system
• Calculate wages, taxes, deductions, and other withholdings according to company policies and legal requirements
• Issue paychecks or direct deposits to employees and distribute pay stubs or statements
• Prepare and maintain payroll records, reports, and statements, such as tax forms, benefits summaries, and reconciliations
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries and requests from employees, managers, and external parties
• Troubleshoot and resolve any payroll errors or discrepancies
• Update employee information and payroll changes in the payroll system
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws, regulations, and best practices
• Support payroll audits and reviews by providing relevant documentation and information
• Perform other duties as assigned by the payroll manager

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

Required Skills:

• At least two years of experience in payroll administration or a related field
• Proficiency in payroll software (Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics or UKG preferred)
• Knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and regulations
• Excellent accounting and math skills
• Ability to work with large amounts of data and perform accurate calculations
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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