Payroll Administrator, Loc:Portland, OR, Rate: Open
100,000 - 200,000
Job Description:
Process full cycle bi-weekly disbursement of payrolls including regular payroll cycles, pay adjustments and manual checks.
Review and analyze current payroll, benefits and tax procedures in order to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations.
Administer time and attendance records for all Employees. This includes reviewing time cards for completeness, accuracy and consistency with company policies and procedures.
Audit and review all aspects of the payroll prior to and after transmission to ensure accuracy.
Ensure that all court orders for garnishments are communicated to Employees and processed accordance with laws and guidelines.
Troubleshoot payroll discrepancies in HR Software database which includes a high level of problem solving, root cause determination and updated standard work while driving results from technical support.
Communicate with leaders and employees on payroll issues. Act as primary contact for questions, instructions, training and problem resolution relating to payroll. Respond to both internal and external inquiries on payroll status.
Assist with benefit and/or wellness processing as it relates to payroll deductions and legal taxation requirements.
Ensure compliance with federal and state tax wage and hour laws and benefit programs as they relate to payroll.
Preparation of relevant management reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, bonus, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)
Respond to Employment Verification's, verbal and written.
Provides back up for HR functions as needed.
Experience and Education Requirements:
Associates Degree in Business or related field required.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and advanced payroll training required.
Minimum of five years experience processing domestic, payroll for 300+ Employees required; multi-state experience required. International experience preferred.
Benefits and HR experience required.
Thorough knowledge of and experience with local, state and federal payroll laws.
Experience managing payroll software with (ADP, Ultimate, SAP etc.), required. Ultimate Software strongly preferred.
Excellent analytical and organization skills with strong attention to detail.
Excellent skills in interpersonal relationships, communication and teamwork.
Effectively problem solve, prioritize and follow through on assignments and projects.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.
Work independently and possess a high level of self-motivation and initiative.