Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Greenville, South Carolina. In this Contract to permanent employment role, you will play a key part in managing payroll processes, maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. This position requires a strong understanding of payroll systems and procedures, as well as excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and maintain accurate employee records within the payroll system, ensuring all information is up-to-date and compliant.

- Process payroll by efficiently collecting, calculating, and entering data into the payroll system.

- Ensure compliance with federal and state reporting requirements by utilizing internal reporting channels.

- Coordinate employment status updates with relevant departments, including Human Resources.

- Generate, review, and distribute reports related to payroll and employee data as needed.

- Conduct audits and queries to verify the accuracy of payroll data and ensure proper documentation.

- Develop and implement user procedures and guidelines to improve payroll operations.

- Communicate with employees regarding leave requests, modified work schedules, and other time-off needs.

- Administer company time-off programs and oversee the return-to-work process for employees after extended leaves.

- Maintain confidentiality of employee medical records and sensitive information in accordance with company policies. Requirements - Minimum of 1 year of experience in full-cycle payroll processing.

- Proficiency in handling multi-state payroll operations.

- Experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now.

- Ability to manage payroll for organizations with over 500 employees.

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accuracy in payroll processes.

- Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

- Excellent communication skills to interact with employees and departments effectively.

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