Payroll Specialist

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We are seeking an experienced service-minded professional to join the Global Colleague Solutions and Services Organization within the Colleague Experience Group as a Payroll and Unemployment Specialist.This positionwill be responsible for supporting the US Payroll and tax function, including, implementing and overseeing the unemployment claim process. The specialist role will contribute to driving efficiencies, effectiveness and consistent delivery of high-quality payroll and tax initiatives. This position demands meticulous attention to detail, knowledgeable in human resources, benefits administration and payroll tax.
Primary Responsibilities
Maintains substantial knowledge and ensures compliance with all federal and state regulations as it pertains to payments and taxation of wages and benefits
Effectively responds to employee inquiries regarding payroll, wage benefits, and state unemployment insurance
Effectively respond to state inquiries regarding unemployment benefits and claims
Process all SUI rate updates and filing frequency changes
Manage completion of colleague separation letters including timely delivery 
Conducts fact finding research on disputed unemployment insurance claims
Manages all incoming requests for verification and unemployment claims
Respond to colleague inquiries and requests pertaining to payroll and tax
Ensure meticulous processing of transactions in adherence to internal policies, controls, procedures, and government agency regulations
Assist in identifying risks and implementing new controls as needed
Cultivate specialized expertise in tax issues, payroll reporting, HCM and Dayforce software, and other payroll systems through active participation in job training and seminars
Engage proactively in team projects
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned or as responsibilities
Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping practices, ensuring transactions align with internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements

Minimum Qualifications
2-5 years of related payroll experience or equivalent
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs 
Experience with payroll processing systems 
Knowledgeable on Unemployment Insurance Claims
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding employee information
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically or through other means to individuals or groups
Possess strong interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills and can interact effectively with colleagues at all levels

Preferred Qualifications
FPC, CPP certification
Multi - State taxation experience 
Oracle, Dayforce experience 

Salary Range: $55,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
Competitive base salaries 
Bonus incentives 
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan 
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support 
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits 
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy 
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) 
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program 
Career development and training opportunities

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit ourColleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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