Payroll Specialist

* The starting hourly compensation for this position is $26.00 per hour and will be determined by background and experience.

Job Purpose

The Payroll Specialist will handle all payroll processing functions of Furnitureland South. This includes processing payroll, taxation forms and benefit deductions, and completing any other tasks necessary for Furnitureland South’s payroll process.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Process payroll timely and accurately (bi-weekly and semi-monthly).
2. Process changes in payroll (e.g. new hires, salary changes, terminations, etc.).
3. Maintain employee payroll records up-to-date and accurate.
4. Process payroll calculations, including sales commissions, deductions, insurance coverage, wage garnishments, tax filings, and child support.
5. Provide support in tax calculation and filing for employees.
6. Address payroll related queries and requests from employees.
7. Analyze payroll problems and provide appropriate resolutions as requested by Payroll Manager or Corporate Controller.
8. Follow federal, state and local laws.
9. Assist in gathering data in support of audit operations.
10. Process quarterly and yearly tax forms
11. Work with managers to ensure time keeping accuracy and compliance.
12. Participate in industry wage surveys as assigned by Payroll Manager or Corporate Controller.
13. Process unemployment claims and requests for wage verifications.
14. Coordinate with vendors for interfaces involving all employee benefit plans which include: 401(k), Roth and medical benefit.
15. Update employee personnel records with payroll processing data as needed.
16. Other responsibilities as assigned by Payroll Manager or Corporate Controller.

Working Conditions

This job is an onsite position that operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers and office telephone systems.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is sitting 90% of the workday. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary

Required Education and Experience

1. Proven experience in a payroll specialist or equivalent position in a fast-paced environment.
2. Strong knowledge of tax regulations and laws related to payroll.
3. Excellent attention to detail.
4. Strong communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field preferred
2. Analytical mind with good math skills.
3. Working knowledge of UKG Payroll system.
4. Proficient with Excel (functions, data, pivot tables, etc.)
5. Experience in payroll for commissioned employees.