We are looking for a knowledgeable Payroll Specialist to process and manage the company’s payroll. You will be the one to check wages based on hours worked and administer payments. The payroll specialist needs to be able to use our payroll software with accuracy and efficiency. You need to be good with numbers and can be trusted with sensitive information. You must have great communication skills to interact with colleagues and executives. The goal is to ensure all employees receive the correct compensation in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Gather information on hours worked for each employee.
• Calculate the correct amount incorporating overtime, deductions, bonuses etc. with assistance of a computer system
• Receive approval from upper management for payments when needed
• Tracking of all PTO and Vacation time
• Process payment of all employee benefits
• Keep track of hour rates, wages, compensation benefit rates, new hire information etc.
• Address issues and questions regarding payroll and benefits from employees and superiors
• Prepare reports for upper management, finance department etc.

Skills

• Proven experience as payroll specialist or payroll administrator
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices
• Very good knowledge of legislation and regulations of the field
• Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality
• Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of Excel and similar reporting platforms

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language: Bilingual Spanish a plus!