Payroll Specialist
Pella Corporation • Pella, Iowa • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Aug 20, 2026
Payroll Specialist
Pella, Iowa (hybrid)
The Payroll Specialist performs a full range of payroll processing activities, including calculating wage and overtime payments, payroll adjustments, and processing transfers and terminations. The position of Payroll Specialist requires frequent interaction with both internal and external customers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist:
- Prepare and run the payroll process and reports for all payroll cycles. This includes weekly and biweekly pay cycles and any special cycle necessary for bonuses, etc.
- Review the time and attendance system, determine and correct out-of-balance situations, calculate military and jury duty pay, and process garnishments & levies.
- Post changes in the pay and tax status and miscellaneous changes.
- Enter and set up miscellaneous deductions and reimbursements, including auctions, logo store, etc.
- Assists other payroll department team members during vacations and work overloads as needed.
- Test and implement enhancements to HR/Payroll HCM system.
- Responsible for special projects and research as assigned.
- Willingness and desire to learn federal and state payroll laws.
- Be motivated to learn, document, cross-train and improve processes.
- Embrace working together as part of the payroll team but also motivated to work independently.
- Solid analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Education and/or Experience
An associate’s degree with two to three years of experience, or non-degreed with 5+ years of payroll experience. Knowledge of garnishments preferred.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to think through and complete calculations to ensure accuracy. Ability to efficiently analyze results and identify errors.
Computer Skills
Efficient with Advanced Excel, Word, and OneNote. Comfortable with creating and understanding Excel formulas. UKG Dimensions, Oracle Fusion and Service Now experience is beneficial.
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