Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

LHH is assisting with a search for a Payroll Specialist for a project with a client in Kansas City, MO. This will be a hybrid role requiring you to work on-site 2 days/week to support weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing. Our ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of payroll experience with exposure to ADP. This is a 6-9 month contract paying $30/hour and going up based on experience. There is potential for this to go permanent for the right person. Read below for additional details!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Ensures all aspects of biweekly payroll processing are completed in a timely manner including timekeeping, paid leave activities, tax reporting, garnishments, bonus payments, payroll records, etc. to support 1000 employees across different states. Computes wages and overtime payments. Audits automated timesheets for FLSA compliance. Checks timesheets for incorrect input of hours and corrects errors to timesheets and automated master file. Highlights vacation, sick leave, personal days, funeral/emergency, and any other leave used. Verifies leave is used in accordance with Company policies and regulations. Performs random audits of system computations of wage and differential pay. Checks work for compliance with state and federal regulations and computerized payroll system output.

· Prepares state and federal tax reports by extracting the data and information from the payroll system. Pays taxes and records wages per scheduled deadlines.

· Assists in creation and maintenance of payroll related standard operating procedures and policies. Responsible for conducting research on payroll related topics and making recommendations. Prepares special management reports by researching regulations, system operations and output.

· Assists all employees with payroll-related questions by researching data and responding in a timely and professional manner.

· Prepares various payroll-related reports for state and federal agencies.

· Prepares monthly expense analyses of the department's budget. Researches the expenditure of funds and performs other expense analysis as directed.

REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

· HS Diploma-required! Associates Degree in Accounting and/or Certified Payroll Professional-preferred

· A least 2 years of payroll experience

· Experience with ADP software preferred

· Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and HR Systems – ideally Workday and MS Office Suite

· Excellent self-management as well as project management skills

· Great attention to detail and superior organizational skills

· Ability to work on-site in Kansas City, MO 2 days/week, other days can be worked at home

Does this description meet your preferences and qualifications? For immediate consideration apply now at www.lhh.com with your resume in a Word document! Also apply if you are interested in other Payroll, Human Resource or Accounting openings in the Kansas City Metro Area.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $35.00 per hour Search managed by: Ashley Eaddy

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.