Payroll Specialist

Position Title: Payroll Specialist

Reporting to: Payroll & HRIS Manager

Department: Human Resources

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954. 

With an internal Mission statement of fostering a strong family-oriented culture built on a high moral and ethical code that we live by every single day. We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to help support that mission.

Are you the person who gets excited about clean, accurate payroll runs? Do you know your way around a Human Capital Management (HCM) system inside and out and enjoy being the go-to resource when someone has a question about their paycheck? We want to talk to you.

Responsibilities

• Own HCM site administration and lead training so employees and managers understand how to use the system
• Run bi-weekly payroll from start to finish, including deductions, taxes, garnishments, direct deposits, and support orders
• Process all required payroll reports and checks with speed and accuracy
• Bring multi-state payroll experience to the table (a big plus if you have it)
• Dig into timecards, catch inconsistencies before they become problems, and work directly with supervisors to fix issues fast
• Review hourly non-exempt timecards in the technician time keeping system to make sure everything exports cleanly into payroll
• Spot patterns in recurring timecard issues and help managers get the training they need to avoid repeated mistakes
• Be the first point of contact for employees with questions about deductions, overtime, and pay
• Build new hire files and keep personnel files current with weekly updates
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Handle sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and confidentiality
• Assist with payroll audits, year-end activities, W-2 processing, and reporting
• Help develop scalable payroll procedures that support continued company growth
• Perform other duties as assigned

GREAT BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary
• Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Productive Work Environment

Qualifications

• HR or compensation credentials are a nice bonus
• Solid payroll and HR background; HCM system experience preferred
• You communicate clearly, both in writing and out loud
• People trust you, and you're genuinely good with them
• You're organized, detail-oriented, and rarely miss a deadline
• You think analytically and solve problems without losing your cool
• You can stay sharp and steady even when things get busy
• You work well independently and know when to loop others in
• You pick up new policies quickly and retain them
• You're comfortable with Excel, Word, and Outlook
• High school diploma or equivalent

WORK CONDITIONS

Physical Demands/Work Environment: 

This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs.  This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline.  Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.  Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).