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Position Overview

Johnson North America utilizes a Shared Services model that enables resources to be leveraged across the organization. The Shared Services team is made up of information technology, human resources, supply chain, finance and accounting professionals that support all business units. The Payroll Specialist administers the payroll function for the Company under the guidance of Finance and Human Resources.

Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing Support:

Processes employee payroll information (timesheets, deduction authorizations, etc.), prints or transmits paychecks, ensuring accurate and timely payment made to employees for each payroll period.Ensures status changes and audits of time records are accurate and any discrepancies are addressed and resolved.Files required documents and reports according to Company’s and state and federal payroll guidelines (i.e. W-2s, , garnishments, etc.)Analyze and respond to inquiries and concerns from employees regarding paycheck questions, involving other resources/staff as needed.Process garnishments and communicate garnishment information to all partiesKeeps current with HR payroll policies and public policy changes affecting payroll rules and guidelinesBuilds professional excel reports from payroll reporting softwareResponsible for answering employee questions in a timely manner.Ensures that rules and regulations concerning confidentiality, privacy and retention are followed.

Marginal Job Functions:

Other projects as needed.

Process Knowledge:  

Knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures required Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Email, and InternetAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Exceptional organization and time management skills to meet deadlines within timely deadline constraintsWorks well independently as well as with other members of the teamAble to effectively present ideas and information through excellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to be consistently accurate Requires the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentialityStrong sense of initiative and a sense of urgency, demonstrated by accomplishing tasks; improving current work processes; and assisting others when necessaryAbility to embrace deadlinesAble to project a positive and professional demeanor to all internal and external contacts Requirements

Education:

Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree  Combination of education and experience Additional consideration given for Certified Payroll Professional certification (CPP)

Experience:

Minimum of three years of experience with processing payroll for a multi-state employerExperience with computerized payroll systems and HRIS systems, Paylocity experience a plusExperience with Local, State and Federal pay and taxation regulations

Other Requirements:

Knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices and procedures requiredPrior general accounting experience a plusIntermediate Excel skills, including work with pivot tables and v-lookups requiredExceptional attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and providing a high-level of customer service

Skills:

Process Knowledge:  

Knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures required Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Email, and InternetAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Exceptional organization and time management skills to meet deadlines within timely deadline constraintsWorks well independently as well as with other members of the teamAble to effectively present ideas and information through excellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to be consistently accurate Requires the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentialityStrong sense of initiative and a sense of urgency, demonstrated by accomplishing tasks; improving current work processes; and assisting others when necessaryAbility to embrace deadlinesAble to project a positive and professional demeanor to all internal and external contacts

 

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

Health & Dental InsuranceCompany paid Life Insurance401(k)Paid Time Off benefitsProduct discountsWellness programs

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