Job Summary: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for preparing and processing weekly and bi-weekly payrolls.
Updates employee payroll records and processes changes, including rate and title changes, changes to direct deposit accounts and tax withholdings.
This role requires an understanding of Inflation Reduction Act and Prevailing Wage requirements and includes preparing and submitting IRA related reports.
Key Responsibilities and Duties: Understand and follow JMS payroll policies and procedures and maintain the highest level of integrity and confidentialityReview timekeeping records for accuracy and collaborate with operations leaders to resolve errors and omissions before pay is processedProcess manual and off cycle payments as needed to ensure compliance with state and local lawsCollaborate with third party vendors on items including payroll and timekeeping software, payroll taxes, garnishments and leave accrualsPerforms basic reconciliation and auditing processes during the pay cycleServes as the point of contact for JMS employees for pay related questions and concernsCollaborates with site leadership, admins, HR, IT and Finance to ensure correct system setup and usageCollaborate with site leadership, admins, HR, IT and Finance to ensure jobs, employees, benefits and withholdings are built and maintained correctly in timekeeping and payroll softwareEnsure taxes and other required government withholdings are collected, deposited, and reported on a timely basis to federal, state, and local authorities in a secure mannerStay up to date regarding state and federal regulations and requirements, tax issues, IRA requirements, and W2 reporting requirementsParticipate in year-end tax activities including adjustments to tax withholdings, submission of IRS employer reports, and distribution of wage and tax statements to employeesCompile data, prepare and review reports related to prevailing wage, the Inflation Reduction Act, state tax withholdings and IRS requirementsOther duties as assigned. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent3 years of experience with payroll preparation and processing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent attention to detailFamiliarity with timekeeping and payroll processing and auditing software such as Excel, QuickBooks, PeopleSoft, ADP, Workday or KronosAccurate and efficient data entry skillsKnowledge of wage withholding ordersBasic understanding of prevailing wage requirements and wage determinationsExcellent customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team of individualsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with specific deadlines JMS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
We appreciate your interest in joining the JMS Energy team!