Payroll Specialist (Gardena, CA)

Payroll Specialist

Food distribution company looking for a PAYROLL SPECIALIST to join their team. Please review the below. If you feel this position is for you please send over your most recent resume to Becky via email at rvillanueva(at)baronhr.com. For more infomation you may also call the Gardena office at 310.217.4002. Position Overview Under the supervision and assistance of the Payroll Supervisor under the Human Resources Team the Payroll Specialist will timely process bi-weekly payrolls for multiple entities. With multi-state operations the position will also ensure proper application and processing of payroll deductions adjustments garnishments state local taxes and other related payroll tasks while ensuring compliance with federal state and local wage and hour laws. As necessary the role will also assist with audits by providing supporting documentation reports and records. For all employee payroll timekeeping inquiries the position will assist with troubleshooting and overall handling to provide good customer service to employees. Strong analytical skills keen attention to detail and open team player approach are vital to successfully perform the key duties and responsibilities for the position.Key Responsibilities & Duties Enters maintains and or processes information in the payroll system information may include employees hourly rates salaries commissions bonuses or other compensation time worked paid leave and holidays deductions and withholding address changes and other information. Assist with the timely processing of bi-weekly payroll for over 400 employees located throughout the U.S. and Canada. Creating validations or self-audit reports to ensure accurate and consistent data are uploaded for payroll processing. Assist with the handling of payroll related projects including year-end preparations documentation employee tax issue and annual audits preparing reports by compiling summaries of earnings taxes and deductions. Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes benefits adjustments and other deductions. Issues or reissues physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors adjustments final pay etc. Processes and manages inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll. Ensures compliance with federal state and local payroll wage and hour laws and best practices. Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors. Address and resolve employee complaints relating to the payroll timekeeping etc. in a timely manner. Prepare reports to relevant departments about payroll company budget and expense as requested Work with company database programs to process payroll and verify information. Performs other duties as assigned by the Payroll Supervisor & HR Manager.Qualifications & Skills Associate degree preferably Bachelor s degree in Accounting Business Administration Human Resources or related field. Minimum of 3 years of payroll experience required. Multi-state and Canada payroll experience are a plus. Knowledge of payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now Paycom and or other related software. Knowledge of creating ADP WFN reports is a plus. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills both written and verbal. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Accurate and meticulous in data entry.Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.