What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at Farmers Pride Inc?
Bell & Evans is a family-owned company and industry leader in premium poultry, driven by our TRUST values: Transparency, Revolutionary thinking, Uncompromising standards, Service, and Teamwork. We are committed to doing what’s right for our people, animals, and customers, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where excellence and integrity guide the work we do every day.
Position Overview
The Payroll Specialist plays a key role in supporting our people and our business by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing. This role manages full-cycle, multi-state payroll with a high degree of independence, bringing deep expertise in wage and hour compliance, payroll tax regulations, and system optimization. As a valued partner to HR and Finance, the Payroll Specialist helps maintain data integrity, support financial accuracy, and uphold our commitment to providing a seamless and reliable pay experience for every team member.
This role is onsite and based at our Headquarters in Fredericksburg, PA, supporting close partnership with our HR and Finance teams while reinforcing our collaborative, high-touch culture at Bell & Evans.
What You Will Do
Payroll Processing & Accuracy
- Manage full-cycle, multi-state bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried team members
- Audit timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and premiums to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Process retro adjustments, garnishments, and off-cycle payments
Data Integrity & Compliance
- Maintain accurate employee data, including pay changes, benefits, and leaves
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations
- Prepare quarterly and year-end filings, including W-2s and ACA reporting
Financial Partnership & Reporting
- Partner with Finance to support general ledger reconciliation and month-end close
- Create standard and ad-hoc payroll reports to support budgeting, audits, and analysis
Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Support payroll system upgrades and process automation
- Maintain payroll procedures and identify opportunities to streamline and strengthen controls
What You Bring
Payroll Expertise & Technical Skills
- 5 years of end-to-end payroll experience supporting hourly and salaried workforces
- Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws, wage and hour rules, and payroll tax requirements
- Experience with ADP payroll and HRIS platforms
- Advanced Excel skills with comfort working in large data sets and complex reconciliations
Accuracy, Integrity & Judgment
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in a high-volume environment
Communication & Problem-Solving
- Strong communication, customer service, and collaboration skills
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex payroll issues independently
Organization & Drive
- Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities with minimal oversight
- Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to evolve processes as the business grows
Preferred
CPP or FPC certification
Join Us
If you are someone who takes ownership, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by accuracy and accountability, we’d love to talk with you.
Agency Disclaimer
Bell & Evans does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes submitted will be considered the property of Bell & Evans, and Bell & Evans will not be obligated to pay referral fees.