Job Overview
Express is seeking a detailed, flexible and enthusiastic Payroll Specialist to join our Payroll/HR team in a temporary assignment for 6 months. Reporting to the Payroll and Benefits Manager, the Payroll Specialist performs routine tasks relating to the processing of the bi-weekly payroll, including checking and auditing timekeeping records for compliance with established standards, maintaining time and attendance records, processing new hires and misc. payroll status changes. This role closely with departments across the business, supporting employees at various levels to understand and adhere to timekeeping standards and help assure smooth, accurate and on-time processing of payroll each cycle.
The Payroll Specialist exhibits a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality in handling and having access to sensitive employee information. This position requires the use of tact, clear communication, good judgment and strong time management skills.
Please Note: This position is an on-site position at our Corporate Office in Concord, CA. Candidates who are remote or outside of reasonable commuting distance will not be considered at this time.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time through completion of a variety of tasks related to the bi-weekly, full-cycle processing of payroll in a high-volume environment, including, processing new hires and status changes, adding/monitoring wage garnishment.
- Deliver payroll and benefits communication through our HR help desk system, ensuring accuracy of information and working with HR team members to address and resolve employee questions and concerns.
- Provide general payroll support, maintaining a high level of approachability, warmth, accountability, demonstration of service, and team leadership.
- Partner with HR & Recruiting for New Hires, Terms, Benefits, and status changes.
- Maintain accurate and organized payroll records.
- Assist in payroll projects as needed.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years’ experience in full-cycle payroll processing. Experience with administration of group insurance and other HR programs desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting or similar field of study preferred. CPP highly desirable.
- Solid knowledge of wage & hour laws and other elements of payroll compliance
- Exceptional organization, attention to detail and sense of urgency approach; able to work autonomously, hit deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
- Natural problem-solving capabilities and a positive mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with employees and management at all levels
- Excellent relationship, interpersonal and teambuilding skills; able to anticipate and balance the needs/input of multiple stakeholders and work cross-functionally to get things done efficiently.
- Self-motivation, able to work independently and collaboratively to influence outcomes and strategies to gain support and achieve results.
- Experienced and comfortable using the following software:
- Microsoft Office Suite, Video Conferencing (Teams, Zoom, etc.).
- Highly proficient in Excel
- Preferred Experience:
- Experience with Ceridian, ADP or similar payroll systems.