JOB DESCRIPTION: The Payroll Administrator is responsible for ensuring that the Company’s payroll process runs smoothly, ensuring that hours worked are reviewed and issues resolved, employees are paid correctly and on time. The ideal candidate should have understanding of FLSA and DOL regulations (minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, calculation of wages, meal and rest break). Have excellent communication skills and be available to assist employees who experience problems with their pay. The ideal candidate should be self-starter, detailed-oriented, organized, and have good numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading weekly payroll process for approximately 700 employees 
• Direct responsibility for pre-audit of time data in Central Reach. This includes retro time calculations, running reports and working with scheduling teams and employees to resolve various audit flags.
• Prepare payroll data for import into UKG and maintain balancing reports for payroll totals.
• Prepare daily off-cycle payroll for terminations.
• Manage payroll inbox via HelpScout by researching and resolving payroll problems and discrepancies.
• Processes wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner and assisting employees with general process questions.
• Respond to employment verification calls and unemployment notices
• Documenting and updating procedures
• Continuously identify and develop solutions to automate processes and improve efficiency and compliance.
• Assist Payroll Manager with other special projects as required.

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in finance, business, or accounting preferred
• 2-3 years of payroll experience a plus
• Proficient with UKG and Central Reach is a plus
• Intermediate excel skills
• Local Resident - Orange County preferred