HR Payroll Administrator

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem‑solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers.

At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritises continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

The HR Payroll Administrator is responsible for the preparation and processing of all payroll for the Bank. Tasks include, but are not limited to, maintaining and/or updating necessary earnings, deductions, and taxes, reviewing timesheets, making necessary payroll edits, ensuring accuracy in processing corrections, and validating and reconciling the general ledger. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

• Payroll Management
  • Administers all payroll functions daily.
  • Provides oversight for employee record changes.
  • Manages and verifies tax calculations for employees based on living in/worn in states.
  • Resolves outstanding items in payroll liability accounts.
  • Oversees setup/disbursement for involuntary deductions (garnishments) daily.
  • Data entry of employee changes/new hires/terminations.
  • Provides training to other members on the team as well as completes cross training within the payroll department for backup purposes.
• Payroll Compliance
  • Oversees and files all payroll tax reports (W‑2s, 941s, State forms) quarterly or as needed.
  • Handles new state applications.
  • Manages internal and external audit requests.
  • Ensures timely submission of required Federal, State, and Worker’s Compensation reports.
  • Processes and tracks garnishments and other deductions.
  • Audits, edits, processes, and distributes reports received from each processing period.
  • Processes payroll 24 times per year in addition to off‑cycle payrolls needed.
  • Processes/ tracks 401(k) uploads to vendor – working closely with 401(k) advisors and consultants.
  • Processes annual deduction change file in addition to adjustments needed for payroll as well as weekly deduction file uploaded for ESPP, 401K, and other deduction changes.
  • Troubleshoots issues within the payroll system, including on the supervisor level.
  • Processes bonus runs for incentives as needed.
  • Processes commission payments bi‑monthly, or as needed.
  • Assists with the open enrollment process for welfare benefits.
  • Communicates with all employees on payroll processes and procedures.
  • Creates/ interprets reports for coordinators and management.
  • Creates/conducts training for coordinators/employees on system processes.
  • Creates journal entries for payroll taxes/coordinates all tax processes with the payroll provider.
  • Conducts tax inquiry research.
  • Coordinates completion of surveys from OSHA, DOL, etc.
  • Determines best practices/processes to maximise the use of the system.
  • Manages system maintenance/upgrades.
  • Handles year‑end processes to include edits, W2’s, address & SS# verification, etc.
• Employee Terminations
  • Works closely with other HR & Payroll team members to ensure final payment to the employee and termination of any loans, etc.
  • Works closely with the HR & benefits team to coordinate termination of all welfare benefits.
• Employee Onboarding
  • Ensures new hire employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Employee Issues Relating to Payroll
  • Must be familiar with and able to communicate policies and procedures to coordinators and employees, working closely with all levels of management.