What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at REQ Solutions?
Job Title: Payroll Specialist (Hybrid)
Location: Hartsville, SC
Duration: 9 Month Contract Possibility for extension
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Fri)
Note: Those candidates who can work on W2 Basis are encouraged to Apply.
Job Responsibilities:
- The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and processing the organization's payroll.
- This role ensures that all employees are paid accurately and on time, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- The Payroll Specialist will also handle payroll related inquiries and provide support to the HR and Finance departments.
What you'll be doing:
- Assist with processing payroll for all employees, including calculating wages, deductions, and taxes.
- Maintain payroll records by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations by helping with handling payroll tax notices and other correspondence.
- Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Prepare reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and non-taxable wages.
- Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management.
- Assist with audits by gathering requested information and documentation.
- Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations.
Additional Responsibilities as Assigned:
- Prefer bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a payroll specialist or in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, laws, and regulations.
- Proficiency in payroll software (Workday, ADP, Equifax, etc.) and the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Salary : $33