Specialist, Payroll

Quirch Foods, LLC; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Prescription drug plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid holidays

Personal time

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quirch Foods, LLC is seeking a detailed payroll professional to manage weekly payroll processing using Workday for a multi-state workforce in Coral Gables, FL. You will review data for accuracy, validate changes, and process off-cycle runs as needed, while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in accounting/finance/HR, 3+ years of payroll experience, and strong Excel skills. CPP is a plus. The role collaborates with HR, Benefits, Finance, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of Workday Payroll experience.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll and knowledge of federal/state wage laws.
• Familiarity with payroll taxes, garnishments, and year-end processes (W-2s).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; CPP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review payroll data for accuracy (hours, earnings, deductions, bonuses, commissions, reimbursements).
• Validate payroll changes (new hires, promotions, transfers, terminations, pay adjustments).
• Process off-cycle payrolls as needed.
• Utilize Workday Payroll and Workday HCM for transactions and audits.
• Audit employee data in Workday for payroll accuracy; troubleshoot discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with year-end processing (W-2s).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations; handle garnishments.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and educate on policies; collaborate with HR/Finance.

Skills

Workday Payroll

Multi-state payroll processing

Wage & hour laws knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/HR

Tools

Workday

Timekeeping systems (Workday Time Tracking, UKG, Kronos)

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.Payroll ProcessingProcess weekly payroll accurately and on time.Review payroll data for accuracy, including hours worked, earnings, deductions, bonuses, commissions, and reimbursements.Validate payroll changes including new hires, promotions, transfers, terminations, and pay adjustments.Process off-cycle payrolls as needed.Workday AdministrationUtilize Workday Payroll and Workday HCM to process payroll transactions.Audit employee data entered into Workday to ensure payroll accuracy.Troubleshoot payroll discrepancies within Workday.Maintain payroll-related business processes and workflows.Support Workday testing during system updates and enhancements.ComplianceEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.Maintain payroll tax compliance.Process wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other involuntary deductions.Prepare payroll reports and assist with year-end processing, including W-2s.Auditing & ReportingPerform payroll audits before final processing.Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger accounts.Investigate payroll discrepancies and implement corrective actions.Generate payroll metrics and reports for leadership.Employee SupportRespond to employee payroll questions professionally and promptly.Assist employees with direct deposit, tax withholding, earnings statements, and payroll corrections.Educate employees on payroll policies and procedures.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with HR, Benefits, Finance, and Operations to ensure accurate employee data.Support audits conducted by internal and external auditors.Participate in payroll process improvement initiatives.QualificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.3+ years of payroll processing experience.Minimum of 2 years of Workday Payroll experience.Experience processing multi-state payroll.Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws.Experience with payroll taxes and garnishments.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Preferred QualificationsCertified Payroll Professional (CPP).Experience with timekeeping systems (Workday Time Tracking, UKG, Kronos, or similar).Experience with payroll accounting reconciliations.Food distribution, manufacturing, or logistics industry experience.Key CompetenciesWorkday PayrollPayroll ProcessingPayroll ComplianceMulti-State PayrollPayroll Tax AdministrationGarnishmentsPayroll AuditingData AccuracyHRIS AdministrationMicrosoft ExcelProblem SolvingCustomer ServiceConfidentialityTime ManagementProcess ImprovementAttention to DetailSuccess MeasuresPayroll processed on time each pay period.Payroll inquiries resolved within established service levels.Compliance with payroll tax and wage regulations.Successful payroll audits with minimal findings.Continuous improvement of payroll processes and controls.Ideal Candidate ProfileDetail-oriented, highly organized payroll professional experienced with Workday Payroll, capable of managing complex multi-state payrolls while collaborating effectively with HR, Finance, and Operations to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.Benefits you will enjoy:Comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurancePlan401K savings PlanPaid HolidaysPersonal TimeEmployee DiscountsQuirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.