Payroll Specialist (Hybrid)

Ledgent; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

PTO

401k match

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory, Minnesota. The role involves processing bi-weekly payroll, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with payroll laws.

Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or a related field and at least 2 years of payroll experience. The position offers a salary between $65,000 and $80,000 per year, with hybrid flexibility and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in high-volume environments.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including wages and deductions.
• Review and validate timekeeping data, PTO, bonuses, and commissions.
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations.
• Calculate and process garnishments, benefits deductions, and payroll taxes.
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Payroll processing experience

Understanding of payroll regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR

Tools

Payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday)

Job description

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has a prominent Business Services organization located in the St Paul area needing to add to their payroll team!

• Pay: $65,000-$80,000/yr
• Hybrid Flexibility
• Full Benefits, PTO, 401k match and more

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including wages, deductions, and tax information
• Review and validate timekeeping data, PTO, bonuses, and commissions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations
• Calculate and process garnishments, benefits deductions, and payroll taxes
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data and reporting
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and deductions
• Prepare and distribute W-2s, 1099s, and other payroll-related documents
• Support audits and maintain internal controls related to payroll processes
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and system efficiency

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience (high-volume preferred)
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday, Ceridian, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.