Payroll Specialist

[Position]

Payroll Specialist

[About Our Client]

Manufacturing

[Job Summary]

General Purpose:

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing and administering accurate bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company regulations. This position serves as the primary payroll subject matter expert in the facility and works closely with Human Resources, Finance, supervisors, and employees to resolve payroll-related issues, maintain records, and ensure timely payroll processing. This role requires a high level of confidentiality, attention to detail, analytical ability, and knowledge of payroll regulations.

[Job Description]

- Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and within established deadlines.

- Review employee time records, attendance data, payroll adjustments, and wage information for completeness and accuracy.

- Maintain employee payroll records, including compensation changes, deductions, direct deposit information, tax withholding elections, and leave balances.

- Audit payroll data and investigate discrepancies related to hours worked, earnings, deductions, and leave usage.

- Ensure proper processing of taxes, benefits, garnishments, charitable contributions, and other payroll deductions.

- Coordinate with Human Resources and department leaders to validate payroll transactions related to new hires, transfe