Payroll Specialist: Weekly & Union Reporting

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Associates, Inc. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a payroll assistant to support the Payroll Manager with weekly and biweekly payroll processing and related accounting tasks. The role requires accuracy, strong organization, and the ability to work closely with the accounting team.

The successful candidate will have at least two years of payroll experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn new software while maintaining compliance and timely payroll delivery.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience.
• Union payroll experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient in email, database, internet, spreadsheet and word processing apps (Microsoft Office).
• Willing to learn new software applications.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Creative, flexible, adaptable with excellent teamwork.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and under pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Regular attendance and working assigned hours at the location is essential.
• Follows company policies and procedures.
• Weekly payroll processing: assist with processing weekly field payrolls.
• Maintain accurate records for payroll payments and tax compliance.
• Support completion of certified payrolls.
• Assist with monthly union reports and reconciliation tasks.
• Handle payroll-related phone calls and emails as needed.
• Liaise between employees, manpower, union personnel, and accounting.
• Research inquiries and communicate discrepancies or corrections.
• Assist the Payroll Manager and Payroll Supervisor as required.
• Provide backup for other accounting duties as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Bell & Associates, Inc. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a payroll assistant to support the Payroll Manager with weekly and biweekly payroll processing and related accounting tasks. The role requires accuracy, strong organization, and the ability to work closely with the accounting team.

The successful candidate will have at least two years of payroll experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn new software while maintaining compliance and timely payroll delivery.