Payroll & HR Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Payroll & HR Specialist

Job Classification : Exempt

Reports to : Human Resources Director

Summary :

The Payroll & HR Specialist plays a key role in supporting the Human Resources Department, with a primary focus on payroll processing, performance management, and benefits administration. This position ensures accuracy in payroll operations while providing exceptional support to employees regarding HR and payroll-related matters.

Responsibilities and Duties :

Payroll Processing & Compliance

• Process biweekly payroll and off-cycle runs using ADP Workforce Now.
• Review and verify timecards, payroll deductions, voluntary / involuntary garnishments, and other exceptions.
• Monitor and process cost-of-living adjustments, performance-based increases, summer pay, benefit deductions for employees on leave and any other deductions or incentives.
• Ensure accurate processing of income verifications, Public Service Loan Forgiveness applications, and childcare income verifications.
• Prepare, process, and verify year-end payroll requirements and tax documentation.
• Conduct weekly overtime audits and track various types of paid leave (PTO, jury duty, bereavement, etc.).
• Maintain accurate tax records for all applicable jurisdictions.
• Process and track pay, location, and position changes for employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns.

Performance Management & Benefits Administration

HR Support & Administration

Qualifications / Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.