What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at William Blair?
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William Blair is looking for a motivated Payroll Specialist to join its Payroll team responsible for processing multi-jurisdiction payrolls for US employees utilizing Workday Payroll. Working collaboratively with other internal teams, this important role includes payroll processing according to a pre-determined delivery schedule. A payroll checklist includes pre and post payroll processing activities that demand a high level of engagement, discretion, and confidentiality in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. This team is also responsible for reconciling all payroll related general ledger accounts requiring basic accounting skills.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to :
- Engage with other team members to complete payroll and actively review, process and reconcile payroll data, and perform the necessary steps for funding, general ledger activities and proper record keeping ensuring payroll accuracy.
- Effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external clients (team members, employees, managers, auditors, federal, local and state tax agencies) for the purpose of ensuring timely and accurate processing of payroll
- Assist with processing wage garnishments, levies and child support deductions for employees
- Work with HR and Payroll Manager to understand proper handling of employee benefits in the payroll
- Partner with Commissions compensation team to review and process sales commission payments
- Assist with US payroll audit requests & ad-hoc reporting
- Respond timely to employees' inquiries regarding payroll via telephone or email
Qualifications :
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A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is based on several factors, including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and, if applicable, the location of the position.
This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and / or commission-based incentives.
Our featured benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.
Salary Range
72,500-$85,000 USD
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Salary : $72,500 - $85,000
