What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Operations Specialist position at Employers Overload?
Employers Overload
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Operations Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with payroll processing, data audits, compliance tasks, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for 1,000 employees.
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry for new hires and rehires in the HRIS.
- Maintain virtual personnel files, ensuring proper documentation is stored securely.
- Conduct detailed payroll audits, including time tracking and leave requests.
- Process wage garnishments in compliance with court orders.
- Audit HRIS data for accuracy and completeness.
- Support unemployment claims processing.
- Build custom reports using Excel.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum one year experience in payroll or related administrative role preferred.
- Super-user proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data validation, and advanced formulas required).
- Experience with HRIS systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to spot discrepancies.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
- Bilingual in Spanish or Swahili is a plus.
