Payroll Specialist
ALL COMPANYFINANCE
Saratoga Springs, NY
Fingerpaint is looking for a strong operational leader with excellent communication skills and a strong proven background in delivering multiple payrolls.
What it takes:
- Manages and processes biweekly payroll/certified payroll for 400+ exempt and nonexempt employees across multiple company codes and office locations
- Can manage payroll operations to ensure all payrolls are processed timely, accurately, and in compliance with legislative requirements and company policies
- Adheres to all state and federal regulations for payroll processing
- Processes W-4s for tax purposes
- Manages year-end payroll and payroll tax activities, including preparation of W-2 forms, year-end reconciliations, and reporting
- Keeps up to date on changes in company tax status
- Assists finance department with reporting, reconciliations, and payroll audits
- Serves as point of contact for internal requests related to payroll
- Keeps detailed and organized payroll records
- Exhibits understanding of company benefits, such as 401(k)s, insurance, paid leave, and other voluntary deductions
- Performs other related duties or ad hoc projects as assigned
Know-how:
- Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience
- Possesses basic accounting principles
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes related to payroll
- Pays close attention to detail
- Demonstrates understanding of tax documents and preparation processes
- Has previously processed payroll across multiple states and is aware of different state rules and regulations
Bonus points:
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
- Previous experience processing payroll with ADP
- Has experience with payroll acquisitions