Payroll Specialist

Overview

Join one of the fastest-growing and largest privately held security companies in the U.S.! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has established a reputation for providing excellent customer service and quality work environments for its team across the country. We're committed to hiring, developing, and retaining a diverse and exceptionally qualified workforce.

We reinvest in our employees by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, career growth opportunities, extensive internal training, employee incentive programs, team recognition, and more. Employees are provided with the tools and knowledge they need to be successful and hands-on management support.

Recent national awards received by Sunstates include Outstanding Contract Security Company in 2022 & 2023 and INC’s America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies list.

Sunstates Security’s mission and vision statement are at the heart of everything we do, focusing all efforts on honor, integrity, and trust. If you're searching for a career with challenging and rewarding opportunities, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. As a proactive security partner for some of the country's leading companies and organizations, we provide careers for talented people to become part of a successful, growing company.

Job Description

Sunstates Security is hiring a Payroll Specialist for our corporate headquarters located in Raleigh, NC. The role of the Payroll Specialist is to help us ensure our payroll system is efficient, accurate, and ready to handle the company’s expected growth.

In addition to a competitive annual salary of $60,000 - this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus, full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, 401k plan with company match, generous PTO allowance and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of electronic timekeeping system (TeamTime).
• Process Final Pay for terminated employees.
• Process and effectively communicate payroll errors daily.
• Assist with onboarding new employees each day.
• Audit timekeeping records to ensure adherence to state pay laws, lunch break regulations, and rest break policies.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and ERP System (WinTeam) to identify trends. Coordinate with internal departments to ensure compliance with time clock policies.
• Process and Pay Meal and Rest Premiums as needed.
• Work with field managers to implement improvement initiatives.
• Examine timekeeping records for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across our footprint with a primary focus on CA, OR and WA.
• Host virtual meetings to encourage continuous improvement and include suggestions for long-term enhancements to our timekeeping process.
• Identify areas of concern and escalate to management, liaising with our investigations team.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLSETS DESIRED

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Finance or Accounting and/or at least five years’ experience in payroll processing.
• Total commitment to detail and quality.
• Proven ability to function well under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate. compliance requirements to employees and managers.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills and a sense of urgency.
• Exceptional mathematical and calculation skills, proficient Excel skills.
• Multitasking abilities.
• Research and analysis skills.
• Knowledge of payroll, garnishments and benefits distribution.

Sunstates Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable employees to perform their jobs.