Payroll Specialist — Multi-State & Workday Expert

johnsonbrothers; Saint Paul (MN); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (PTO)

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Johnson Brothers is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll processing for a multi-state workforce. You will audit timekeeping records, reconcile data, administer garnishments, and assist with year-end activities, partnering closely with Human Resources and Finance to ensure regulatory compliance and exceptional service.

Using Workday, you will generate reports, review payroll cycles, and respond to employee inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.

Formación

• Associate degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years payroll processing experience; multi-state experience preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems and reporting tools; Workday experience preferred.
• Experience reviewing timekeeping records, payroll audits, and reconciliation processes.
• Knowledge of weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing practices.
• Knowledge of payroll tax regulations, filings, and reconciliation processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications

Responsabilidades

• Process payroll transactions accurately and timely for all employees.
• Review employee time sheets and audit timekeeping records for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Generate, review, and analyze payroll-related reports in Workday.
• Audit payroll transactions and processes to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support processing and validation of weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles.
• Partner with Human Resources on payroll activities, including leave, benefits, and time-tracking audits.
• Manage wage attachments and garnishments, including child support orders, tax levies, agency correspondence, system setup, and communications.
• Monitor and respond to payroll inbox inquiries with timely, professional support.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2s, reconciliations, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Reconcile payroll taxes and assist with tax filings and related audits.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, managers, and business partners.
• Assist with State Agency tax notices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Excel proficiency

Educación

Associate degree in accounting/finance

Herramientas

Workday

Descripción del empleo

Johnson Brothers is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll processing for a multi-state workforce. You will audit timekeeping records, reconcile data, administer garnishments, and assist with year-end activities, partnering closely with Human Resources and Finance to ensure regulatory compliance and exceptional service.

Using Workday, you will generate reports, review payroll cycles, and respond to employee inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.