Payroll Specialist / Customer Service in Portland

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Job DescriptionJob Description

A Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing employee payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. Key duties include calculating wages and deductions, managing direct deposits and paychecks, handling employee inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining payroll records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage all aspects of payroll, including calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
• Ensure all payroll transactions comply with federal, state, and local tax laws and labor regulations.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including personal information, pay rates, and tax exemptions.
• Prepare and distribute paychecks and direct deposit statements.
• Handle employee payroll-related inquiries and resolve any discrepancies or issues that arise.
• Process and monitor wage garnishments and other deductions.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance departments to ensure accurate data for new hires, terminations, and benefits.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports to government agencies.
• Conduct periodic payroll reconciliations and prepare reports for management and auditors.
• Stay updated on changes to payroll laws, tax regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a payroll specialist or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet software like Excel, including formulas and pivot tables.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Associate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is often , but not required.

Company DescriptionWe serve clients around the US including in HI.Company DescriptionWe serve clients around the US including in HI.

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