First for a reason: **At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.** **Major Responsibilities** + Entry and review of the weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payroll time data, employee maintenance, tax information, direct deposit, union dues, garnishments, new hire and terminated employee processing. + Coordinates with Human Resource Department personnel and/or unions on the timely and accurate updating of employee changes + Supports Payroll Specialists with processing payrolls for various scheduled pay dates. Detailed reconciliation and balancing. + Audits payroll data entry and employee status changes to ensure accuracy prior to payroll execution. + Assists with processing manual checks and special requests as needed. + Additional special projects and duties as assigned. Handles daily banking submissions, reporting payroll data on various logs. + Follows and documents audit processes. + Supports Payroll Specialists with verifications, unemployment audits and special requests. + Create and run payroll reports and review information for accuracy + Reconciliation process for W-2s. + Support Payroll team with customer service through telephone or e-mail inquiries which may include additional research or working with Payroll Specialist or Supervisor for resolution. + ADP Report Writer general reports as needed. **Minimum Education or Certifications Required** + High School Diploma or equivalent required + Associate’s Degree (or equivalent) preferred **Minimum Experience or Skills Required** + 1 year experience in Payroll with Customer Service or H.R. background + Must be highly proficient in Microsoft products, particularly Excel and Outlook. + Knowledge of computerized time & attendance and payroll processing systems. Workday experience a plus, but not required. + Good oral and written communication skills required + Good customer service skills + Strong ability to follow instructions + Well organized, solid work ethic First for a Reason Benefits We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation. Professional Advancement Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 3 to 5 month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student. Extensive Training Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency. Diversity & Inclusion Because we’re stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day. Community Service & Impact Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you’ll have a positive impact on others. Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student! _In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request_ _https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf_ _._