Job Details
Our client, a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team.
**This job is hybrid - 3 days a week in Salt Lake City, Utah**
**W2 Only**
Responsibilities:
- Payroll Processing: Manage and process bi-weekly or monthly payroll cycles, including the calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions. Ensure accuracy in data entry and payroll calculations.
- Tax Compliance: Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including federal, state, and local taxes, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. Reconcile and resolve any tax discrepancies.
- Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other deductions. Coordinate and verify benefit contributions and deductions.
- Payroll Reporting: Generate and distribute payroll reports to management, HR, and finance teams as needed. Prepare payroll-related reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
- Compliance and Record keeping: Stay updated on federal and state labor laws and regulations related to payroll and ensure company compliance. Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
- Employee Inquiries: Address employee inquiries related to payroll, tax with holdings, and benefits promptly and professionally. Aid with payroll-related forms and documentation.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payroll processes, recommending changes and automation when appropriate. Ensure payroll procedures align with best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
- Excel, Multiple US State, Payroll Processing, UltiPro experience
- Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role, including hands-on experience with payroll software and systems.
- Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
- Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information.