What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at HAMADEH EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC?
Recognized as one of USA Today's Top 100 Places to Work for 2025, Hamadeh Educational Services, Inc. (HES) is an educational service provider that services PK-12 public school academies in the Metro Detroit area. Our students come from diverse educational & ethnic backgrounds attending at:
Star International Academy (PreK-12): Dearborn Heights/Canton Township
Universal Academy (PreK-12) – Detroit
Universal Learning Academy (PreK-12)- Westland
Noor International Academy (Pre-K-6) - Sterling Heights
JOB POSTING DATE: April 10, 2025
SALARY: Competitive Salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience
BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401 (K), Tuition Reimbursement and more.
Comprehensive time-off package designed to promote work-life balance
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Payroll Specialist shall play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing in alignment with all mandated and applicable guidelines and policies. This individual will be responsible for managing payroll data, maintaining payroll records, and coordinating with internal departments to support the processing of payroll.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports in processing payroll for all employees, ensuring timely payment in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws
- Maintains and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, and benefits-related deductions
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax reporting and wage garnishments, while supporting internal audits and year-end processes such as W-2 preparation
- Prepares and submits payroll reports as required, including taxes, benefits contributions, and other withholdings
- Reviews and verifies timekeeping records and ensure proper documentation is in place for all paid time off, leaves, and adjustments
- Serves as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, delivering timely, professional support and updating payroll forms and communications as needed
