Payroll Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires a high level of accuracy and confidentiality as well as excellent organizational and communication skills. This is a hybrid position.

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Maintain and update employee records related to payroll, including wages, deductions, bonuses, and overtime.
• Verify and reconcile payroll data prior to transmission and confirm final payroll reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Handle payroll inquiries from employees and management in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare and submit necessary payroll reports to relevant internal departments.
• Maintain payroll systems and records to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Stay current with changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll.
• Provide employment verification letters to employees upon request and assist with financial records for verification purposes.

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a large multi-state organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing payroll data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in payroll software; experience with Workday is strongly preferred.

ZRS Management is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.