Payroll Specialist

Compensation: $25.00 - $36.00 hourly based on experience and credentials

Location Type: Hybrid, a flexible work model blending in-office and remote working

Position Type: Full Time 

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for Suncoast Credit Union employees in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role ensures that payrolls are processed efficiently and supports employees with payroll-related inquiries.

• Process biweekly payroll cycles, including time and absence reviews, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings
• Audit and maintain time off accruals to ensure accuracy
• Process off-cycle payroll checks when needed and obtain proper approval for such transactions
• Prepare State Multiple Worksite and Labor Reports
• Communicate with Internal Auditors regarding payroll audits
• Perform payroll functions with a high degree of accuracy
• Process checks for employees receiving service award recognition
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of current trends, laws, and issues affecting the area of expertise
• Attend educational events to increase professional knowledge
• Complete annual compliance and info security training to understand employees' role in maintaining effective compliance and security programs

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll processing and reporting
• Knowledge of accounting practices and procedures, including general ledger exports, general ledger rules, etc
• Proficiency in Workday, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of payroll related state and federal regulations
• Ability to participate in Suncoast training classes and attend coursework/seminars related to payroll
• Ability to prioritize tasks by effectively managing competing and changing priorities to meet deadlines
• Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized with task management
• Ability to independently resolve problems or situations with varying complexities
• Proficient written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members,
• staff, vendors, and government regulators
• Ability to explain practices, procedures, and policies to reach agreement with others
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of credit union products, services, policies, and procedures
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of credit union computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties

Benefits

• Financial Well-Being: Bonus Program up to 12%, 401K Matching up to 8%, Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
• Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000 Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
• Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
• Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview 

Suncoast Credit Union is consistently chosen as a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace because its employees genuinely #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. 
For more information, please visit our careers site at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/

Salary : $5,000