Position Description:
As a Payroll Coordinator, you will be responsible for handling and maintaining all the payroll functions of the organization.
You will also be responsible for maintaining employee data and answering all the payroll-related questions.
You will ensure the collection of all necessary information and documents, compute wages and investigate and resolve any payroll issues and/or discrepancies.
An outstanding payroll coordinator should also possess strong people skills.
Position Duties:
Overseeing the employee's timesheets and expense reports.
Maintaining the employee's information.
Checking employees' attendance records.
Updating payroll records for new employees, promotions, and transfers.
Computing salaries, benefits, and wages accurately.
Processing important documents such as W-2, tax forms, and others.
Working in coordination with the HR department.
Ensuring electronic transactions are performed accurately.
Maintaining reports on any payroll changes.
Handling bonus, compensation, and similar in a precise manner.
Answering all the payroll-related questions.
Assist with implementation of enterprise payroll and HR systems.
Presenting the reports to high management if requested.
Compiling with the company rules and regulations.
Position Expectations:
To perform the position successfully, an individual is expected to:
Timely prepare and process payroll for multiple entities with minimal errors.
Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee data.
Timely process and file payroll tax returns, and year end payroll reporting including, but not limited to: 1099s/W-2s, 5500, etc.
Preparation of Ad Hoc payroll related analyses and summaries.
Communicate any issues with supervisor and/or leadership roles.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and/or requisite experience.
3+ years as a Payroll Coordinator or a similar position.
Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Tools.
Good working knowledge of accounting practices and tax laws.
Strong understanding and knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize them.
Good arithmetic and analytical skills.
Demonstrate the ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Trustworthy and critical thinker.
Excellent listening skills.
Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
A keen eye for detail.
Extraordinary ability to manage time effectively.
Strong work ethic.