Overview
Payroll Specialist Jobs in West Des Moines, IA at Confidential
Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage and oversee our payroll operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in payroll processing, accounting, and human resources systems, with expertise in ensuring compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for accurately processing employee wages, managing payroll systems, and supporting benefits administration to ensure seamless compensation delivery. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our organization’s financial integrity and employee satisfaction through precise payroll management.
Duties
- Process payroll accurately and efficiently using various payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, Ceridian, or UltiPro, ensuring timely delivery of employee wages.
- Maintain and update employee records within HRIS platforms, including data entry related to hours worked, benefits, and tax information.
- Ensure compliance with employment and labor laws by staying current on relevant regulations and implementing necessary adjustments in payroll procedures.
- Reconcile payroll accounts regularly through general ledger accounting practices, including journal entries, debits & credits, and account reconciliation.
- Manage payroll tax filings and payments in accordance with federal, state, and local tax law requirements.
- Support benefits administration processes such as enrollment, deductions, and leave management in collaboration with human resources teams.
- Assist in the preparation of reports related to payroll expenses, labor costs, and financial analysis for management review.
- Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accurate recording of payroll-related transactions within financial software like QuickBooks or other accounting platforms.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Education: Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or GED (AA Degree in Business Administration preferred but not necessary)
- Experience: 3 years of payroll experience preferred
- Two years’ experience as an HR practitioner is preferred
- HRIS and payroll experience preferred
Qualifications
- Proven experience working with payroll management systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, Kronos, or similar platforms.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, tax law, and labor regulations affecting payroll processing across various jurisdictions.
- Background in corporate accounting or governmental accounting with familiarity in general ledger reconciliation and bookkeeping practices.
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex data entry tasks with precision using 10 key typing skills and double-entry bookkeeping methods.
- Experience supporting benefits administration processes including benefits enrollment and compliance documentation.
- Knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar financial tools used for payroll processing and financial reporting.
- Strong analysis skills for reviewing payroll data accuracy and resolving discrepancies efficiently.
- Familiarity with time & attendance systems like Kronos or UltiPro to track employee hours accurately.
Join our team as a Payroll Specialist to ensure the integrity of our compensation processes while supporting our organization’s commitment to compliance and employee well-being!
Pay: $21.63 – $33.37 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Title: Payroll Specialist
Company: Confidential
Location: West Des Moines, IA
