Specialist Payroll

DESCRIPTION:

  A big reason why Boyd CAT has been able to thrive for over a combined 150 years is our people. Each day, our team strives to adhere to the core values of safety, enthusiasm, respect, velocity, integrity, commitment, and excellence that have sustained our company through the decades. Our focus is to hire the most qualified applicants, provide them with the tools and training they need to succeed, and support them throughout their careers.

The primary role of the Payroll Specialist is to assist in the production of multi-company payroll by verification of outputs and calculations, reconciliation of deductions and tax payments, filing of tax forms, management of employee garnishments, preparation of accounting transactions, completion of census data, and participation in projects and special requests from management. Act as point of contact for, and oversee the day to day activities of, the company’s 401k plan. 

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Degree, background, or experience in Business, Accounting, or Payroll/Benefits
2. FPC or CPP certification(s) helpful but not required
3. 1-3 years of experience with payroll processing, Payroll/HR systems, 401k plan and payroll tax experience preferred
4. Willingness and capacity to learn and be trained
5. Well organized with a strong attention to detail
6. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English
7. Excellent interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills
8. Strong computer skills, intermediate/advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

ESSENTIAL FUESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Check and audit time records to ensure data is being calculated and posted correctly.
2. Review and process payroll adjustment requests; assist and provided training when needed.
3. Act as liaison between company employees and the 401k provider to resolve issues. Assist 401k plan manager by performing administrative and compliance tasks throughout the year.
4. Enter payroll and 401k information for new hires and employee changes into the payroll system. This includes but is not limited to changes to direct deposit information, tax status, and deduction changes.
5. Assist in the reconciliation and maintenance of payroll-related general ledger accounts.
6. Respond to questions and special requests from employees and management regarding payroll items.
7. Balance earnings and deduction totals, inspect automated system output, determine and correct out-of-balance conditions.
8. Coordinate and timely complete assigned payroll tax activities with high degree of accuracy. Ensure compliance with documented local, state, and federal regulations and payment and filing of local, state, and federal payroll tax returns.
9. Understand garnishment laws to ensure correct priority setting and timely remittance of all child support, levies, and garnishments.
10. Understand and complete maintenance of PTO and related records, including holidays and vacations. Be able assist employees with PTO balance questions.
11. Assist in testing and maintenance of both payroll and the time collection systems.  Collaborate on process improvement initiatives and system updates. 
12. Maintain a high degree of discretion in handling confidential/sensitive information and exercise initiative in all assigned areas, high integrity, and accountability standards.
13. Create and maintain good communications (verbally and in writing) and relationship with other Company departments, branches, employees, outside vendors, and internal customers by addressing and resolving concerns quickly.
14. Perform other duties as needed, directed, or assigned.

BENEFITS:

• Full-Time W2 Employee with bonus potential
• Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible, hybrid work environment
• Paid time off
• 401(k) savings with Company Match