ATLAS Certified Payroll, Inc. is seeking an experienced Payroll Processor for our payroll services business located in Fairlawn, Ohio. ATLAS Certified Payroll, Inc. is an established, full-service payroll processing company that serves employers in almost every state, many with multiple locations. 

Our staff is comprised of attorneys, certified public accountants (CPAs), certified payroll professionals (CPPs), payroll processing professionals, and bookkeepers, all excelling in customer service and getting to know each client’s specific needs. Our goal is to make payroll a smooth and seamless business function for every client and we’re looking to add another equally dedicated team member to help us continue providing exceptional service to our clients.

OBJECTIVE/FUNCTION:

The Payroll Processor is responsible for maintaining and updating client payroll information at ATLAS Certified Payroll, Inc., including internal reports, determining payroll liabilities, resolving payroll discrepancies, and issuing checks while preserving confidentiality. This position will work closely with clients as well as internal team members across the organization; it reports directly to the Vice President Division Manager.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Updates payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department/division transfers.
• Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
• Determines payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal and state income and social security taxes and employer’s social security, unemployment, and workers’ compensation payments.
• Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Responds promptly to any questions or requests for payroll information as appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality to reinforce employee confidence and protect payroll operations.
• Contributes to team efforts and initiatives; willing to take on leadership role as needed.
• Maintains excellent attendance, including willingness to work reasonable overtime during peak business periods.
• Additional duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• General math/quantitative skills; strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to ensure effective communication with external customers, team members and internal customers, as well as management.
• Proven history of personal initiative, efficiency, attention to detail, and performing quality work within deadlines with or without supervision.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and extremely organized
• Strong customer service skills
• PC proficiency required, including MS Office and 10-key by touch; experience with financial software(s) required. Knowledge of Accounting CS software a plus.
• Able to set priorities and skillfully juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced office.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate a service mentality.
• Actively listen.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required; Associate degree and/or additional certifications/licenses (e.g., FPC/CPP) preferred, but not required.
• Two (2) years payroll processing experience required, including payroll tax, payroll law, data entry, and customer service; 3 years preferred.