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Payroll Specialist

Radiant System
Plainfield, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/2/2025
We are looking for a knowledgeable Payroll Specialist to process and manage the company’s payroll. You will be the one to calculate wages based on hours worked and administer payments.

A payroll specialist is able to use payroll software with accuracy and efficiency. They are good with numbers and can be trusted with sensitive information. They also have great communication skills to interact with colleagues and executives.

The goal is to ensure personnel receives the correct compensation in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

  • Gather information on hours worked for each employee
  • Calculate the correct amount incorporating overtime, deductions, bonuses etc. with assistance of a computer system
  • Receive approval from upper management for payments when needed
  • Prepare and execute pay orders through an electronic system or distribute paychecks
  • Administer statements of payment to personnel either electronically or on paper
  • Process taxes and payment of employee benefits
  • Keep track of hour rates, wages, compensation benefit rates, new hire information etc.
  • Address issues and questions regarding payroll from employees and superiors
  • Prepare reports for upper management, finance department etc.

Payroll Specialist Responsibilities Include

  • Gathering information on hours worked for each employee
  • Calculating the correct amount incorporating overtime, deductions, bonuses etc. with assistance of a computer system
  • Receiving approval from upper management for payments when needed

Requirements And Skills

Proven experience as payroll specialist or payroll manager

Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices

Very good knowledge of legislation and regulations of the field

Proficient in MS Office and good knowledge of relevant software (e.g. Kronos, Payforce) and databases

Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality

Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

High school diploma or equivalent; BSc/BA in business, accounting or relevant field is a plus

If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for data management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Payroll Specialist.

About Radiant: Founded in 1995, Radiant Systems, Inc. is a global provider of technology to the hospitality and retail industries. Radiant's point of sale hardware and software solutions was created for the consumer experience in restaurants, retail stores, stadiums, parks, arenas, cinemas, convenience stores, fuel centers and other customer-service venues. Radiant has offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia..

[Radiant] benefits include [health, dental, life].

Employees can also take advantage of [AD&D insurance, employee wellness and 401k plans].

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