What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at Western States Lodging & Management?
Do you have a strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management skills? Can you handle sensitive and confidential payroll data with discretion? If so, Western States Lodging & Management is searching for a full-time Payroll Specialist like you to use your problem-solving skills to identify and resolve.
Your accounting skills are in demand - submit your application and let us connect you with your next career move!
THE BASICS
Pay:
- $26 - $28 an hour
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday 8 am - 5 pm
- Option for a Friday WFH after 90 days
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental
- 401k
- Hotel discounts
YOUR TYPICAL DAY AS A PAYROLL SPECIALIST
A day in the life of a Payroll Specialist involves meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. You review and process time sheets, verify hours worked, and check for errors in calculations or coding, making any necessary corrections. Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws is key as you update records for tax withholdings, insurance coverage, direct deposits, and deductions. You're also responsible for processing garnishments, auditing payroll data, and troubleshooting discrepancies to resolve issues efficiently. Regularly preparing reports on earnings, taxes, and deductions is part of your accounting routine, along with assisting in year-end reporting and W-2 processing during tax season. Confidentiality is crucial as you carefully handle sensitive employee information while ensuring payroll operations run smoothly and accurately.
REQUIREMENTS FOR OUR PAYROLL SPECIALIST
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
- Prior experience in payroll processing, bookkeeping, or HR administration
- Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., ADP, QuickBooks, Paycom) and Microsoft Excel
- Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local wage laws, tax regulations, and employment tax laws
- Experience with payroll processing or relevant financial/HR functions
- Attentiveness to detail, leading to payroll errors and discrepancies.
- Ability to handle confidential employee data responsibly
A LITTLE ABOUT US: WESTERN STATES LODGING & MANAGEMENT
Western States Lodging & Management was founded on the moral principles and traditional family values we learned growing up. We develop, build, and manage hotels, senior living communities, multi-family housing, and conference centers. Beneath all that brick and mortar is our cornerstone - rock-solid relationships.
Following our "personal touch" philosophy, our associates strive to make meaningful connections with each other, our customers, and our business partners. We entrust only the most dependable, dedicated, and trustworthy individuals with the care of our clients. Our company is very family-oriented! Each employee feels like an integral part of the team. We pride ourselves on providing each team member with competitive compensation, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment!
WE CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Ready to join a hospitality company that values your accounting skills and offers a supportive team environment? Applying is quick and hassle-free with our simple 3-minute initial application – it's super easy to use! Take the first step toward an exciting new opportunity today!
Salary : $26 - $28
