Human Resources Payroll Specialist
Magaya Corporation
The Human Resources Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payroll within the organization. This position is responsible for managing payroll data, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and collaborating closely with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies. The specialist will oversee the administration of employee benefits deductions, tax withholdings, and wage garnishments, ensuring all payroll activities align with company policies and legal requirements. Additionally, this role involves generating detailed payroll reports and supporting audits to maintain transparency and accuracy. Ultimately, the Human Resources Payroll Specialist contributes to employee satisfaction by ensuring that compensation is processed correctly and on schedule.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience processing payroll in a corporate or organizational setting.
- Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements in the United States.
- Proficiency with payroll software systems and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or Business Administration.
- Experience with major payroll software platforms such as ADP, Paychex, or Workday.
- Experience working in a multi-state payroll environment.
- Strong analytical skills and experience generating payroll reports for management.
Responsibilities:
- Process and verify payroll for all employees on a regular schedule, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
- Maintain and update payroll records, including employee information, tax data, benefits deductions, and timekeeping records.
- Collaborate with HR and finance departments to resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee payroll inquiries.
- Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports to government agencies in a timely manner.
- Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and responding to inquiries.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
- Assist in the implementation and maintenance of payroll systems and software upgrades.
- Monitor and process wage garnishments, benefits deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments.
- Take part in organizing departmental training sessions to develop and empower staff.
- Assist in the recruitment process, including screening candidates and conducting interviews.
- Onboard New Hires to include confidential pre-employment tasks
Skills:
The Human Resources Payroll Specialist utilizes their expertise in payroll software and data management daily to ensure accurate and efficient payroll processing. Strong analytical skills are applied to reconcile payroll discrepancies and generate detailed reports that inform management decisions. Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations is essential to maintain compliance and avoid penalties. Communication skills are critical when collaborating with HR, finance teams, and employees to resolve payroll-related questions and issues. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office tools supports data analysis, record keeping, and reporting tasks integral to the role.
This tole has no supervisory responsibilities
Physical Demands:
- Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to stand
- Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to walk
- Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to sit
- Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
- Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to talk or hear
Benefits:
- Fully remote position
- Flexible Vacation Plan
- Sick leave
- 11 Paid US Holidays Annually
- UHC STD, LTD, Life – Effective on first day of employment.
- UHC Medical, Vision and Dental benefit plans – Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
- 401 (k) plan – Effective the first day of the month following 90 days of employment.