Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Whitmore Lake, Michigan. In this long-term role, you will play a vital part in ensuring accurate payroll processing and supporting related accounting functions. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining efficient systems and delivering reliable payroll services. This role is full onsite. Only those who qualify will be considered.

Pay up to $28/hr

Duties and responsibilities are

- Multi-State Payroll:
Comprehensive understanding of tax rules across different states.

- Multi-Union Payroll:
Familiarity with Construction Trade Unions.

- Multi-Company Payroll:
Experience managing payroll for employees working across multiple entities within the same workweek.

- Full-Cycle Processing:
Willingness to manually enter payroll weekly.

- Reporting:

Experience with certified payroll reporting (Prevailing Wage and Minority Reporting).

- Union Fringe Benefits:
Experience processing benefits on a monthly basis and assisting with yearly audits.

- Systems &

Skills:

Proficient in Excel; experience with Payroll 4 Construction (Foundation Accounting Software) is preferred.

- Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

- 2+ solid years of payroll experience.

- Experience with union payroll is a must

- Foundation Accounting Software experience is highly preferred

- Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

- Detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in payroll and accounting functions.

- Effective communication skills to address employee inquiries and collaborate with departments. Requirements Benefits Payroll, HR Payroll System

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