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Washington, PA | Full Time
$55k-70k (estimate)
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Payroll Specialist
PariMAX Washington, PA
$55k-70k (estimate)
Full Time 6 Months Ago
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PariMAX is Hiring a Payroll Specialist Near Washington, PA

Overview:

Ready to take a different path? Passionate about Technology? Love horse racing? Eager to work in a rapidly growing industry? Fascinated by the world of gambling and casinos? If you answered YES to any of these questions, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY could be the right fit for you! https://1st.com/technology

The Payroll Specialist position is responsible for the administration, coordination, support, evaluation and management of day-to-day payroll operations encompassing duties impacting the full employment life cycle of the employee population. The position reports to and receives direction from the Senior Vice President of Finance. This position takes a lead and professional role in organizing, coordinating and carrying out all payroll projects and processes. The role performs administrative, support and lead duties affecting employee populations in the US for two companies/entities with a day-to-day focus on one entity. The Payroll Specialist is a vital source of payroll and reporting information and works in a highly visible role. The role is the first point-of-contact employees interact with related to payroll items. The position compiles and/or assists with all payroll record-keeping to ensure all financial requirements of the Company are being met. This role’s mindset and actions are strategic and tactical where tactical duties are performed with an understanding of Payroll’s strategic impact to the business.
The position’s competencies include but are not limited to the following: Active Listening; Analytical Skills; Business Acumen; Communication Proficiency; Comprehension; Continuous Improvement; Critical Thinking; Customer Focus; Decision Making; Extremely Detail-Oriented; Financial Management; Flexibility; Organizational Skills; Personal Effectiveness & Credibility; Planning & Execution; Problem Solving & Analysis; Project Management; Relationship Development; Results Driven; Self-Assurance; Strategic Thinking; Tactical “Know-How”; Technology Skills; Time Management and Teamwork Orientation
Qualifications:
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field
  • Minimum of three (3) years of payroll experience including but not limited to: payroll processing, tax filing, tax reconciliation and accounting/general ledger experience related to payroll
  • Proficient experience in working with payroll systems specifically ADP
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and similar software (One Drive, Google Docs)
  • Effective, consistent and impeccable communication (verbal and written), detail-oriented, interpersonal, organizational, presentation, teamwork, time management and training skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability in ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations
  • Ability to maintain confidential information and knowledge of confidential matters
  • Ability to work at ease with cross-functional teams spanning multiple US/Canada locations
  • Must be personable and approachable; Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and active listening skills at all times
  • Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment including stressful situations
  • Self-starter, self-motivator, highly organized. Motivated to excel, competitive in nature and does not confuse “efforts” with “results”.
  • Demonstrates and maintains flexibility and adapts to changes within industry and company
  • Knowledge of horse racing is a plus
  • Preferred Experience and/or Education: Prior experience with employee populations of 250-500 employees; Prior experience with facilitating payroll function for two entities; Knowledge of basic accounting principles
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a competitive base salary, bonus opportunity and benefits
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • This position does not have supervisory responsibilities/duties
  • This position is empowered to take initiative with applicable duties/projects
  • No travel required
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a competitive base salary and benefits
  • Base Work Location – Position can be based at the Washington, PA office location. Position classification is "Hybrid"

1/ST Technology is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Responsibilities:
  • Proactively prepares for and completes all payroll duties associated with bi-weekly payroll for one entity (regular basis) including processing payroll and compiling payroll data to maintain accurate payroll records (reviewing work time entered by employees in system for completeness and accuracy)
  • Leads and/or partners with Payroll team members in migrating current payroll system to ADP
  • Interfaces with third-party Payroll/HRIS service provider
  • Serves as the main point of contact for all Payroll activities, processes and reporting. Maintains awareness of laws and regulations directly impacting the company including payroll and financial activities and shares knowledge/information with the Finance/Payroll team
  • Fields and responds to payroll inquiries and resolves discrepancies
  • Serves as Payroll backup to Payroll team members based on fellow entity payroll
  • Interacts with all department management team members related to payroll issues affecting team members including any missed work hours
  • Performs duties associated with (including but not limited to): all applicable taxes; general ledger monthly closing; payroll journal recording; ad-hoc bank transactions; assisting with account reconciliations; analysis/reporting; garnishments
  • Monitors employee ‘time away from work bins’, i.e. PTO, vacation, sick, personal, etc.
  • Performs actions necessary to track and determine regular pay and overtime pay. Screens time-worked inputs for calculating, coding or other errors. Reconciles errors and maintains payroll records.
  • Calculates and processes federal and state taxes and social security withholding, union dues (where applicable) and/or other deductions.
  • Ensures payroll-related transactions are processed in compliance with external and internal policies
  • Facilitates and manages weekly, monthly and/or annual company reporting (internally and externally) which includes but is not limited to: Company specific and/or mandated Finance/Payroll reporting and SOX and Auditor required reporting; benefits/payroll administration; compensation administration; LOAs (Leaves of Absence). Maintains all records, logs and reporting in compliance with Finance/Payroll regulations. Creates on-going month-end, quarterly, year-end and ad-hoc organization reports for US and Canada including compiling internal management reports from payroll system.
  • Reconciles payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments and voluntary payroll deductions
  • Participates in and/or leads efforts related to company audits involving Finance/Payroll reporting and/or data; Prepares payroll information and documentation for audit purposes
  • Prepares responses to notices from governmental agencies regarding employee tax filings when necessary; Assists with tax return preparation
  • Tracks payroll related invoices as received
  • Scans, uploads and files payroll documents
  • Enters new hires into Payroll/HRIS system
  • Processes employee status changes in the Payroll/HRIS system
  • Processes unemployment claims
  • Processes employment verifications
  • Stays current and maintains knowledge of rules and laws which govern the payroll administration policies and practices
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

SALARY

$55k-70k (estimate)

POST DATE

10/02/2022

EXPIRATION DATE

06/23/2023

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