Sr. Specialist, Payroll

• Prepares payroll by collecting and auditing timesheets, maintains accuracy of payroll and employee data regarding taxes, deductions, earnings, and hours worked
• Processes regular weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and off-cycle payrolls for multi-state, multi-entity, union, and non-union workforce, including regular wages, commissions, incentives, and special payments such as benefit/pay coordination payments and reimbursements.
• Ensures any payroll changes affecting compensation for the payroll period are properly and timely captured.
• Processes payroll adjustments for employee changes, new hires, terminations, or other payroll-related requirements.
• Processes garnishments and wage attachments.
• Performs duties in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, company policies, and/or Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Provides user support for UKG Time Management (UTM), a web-based timekeeping system.
• Responds to inquiries related to payroll information and payroll taxes from employees, government entities, internal and external auditors, and others.
• Prepares ad hoc reporting as requested by various business units and component companies.
• Maintains high confidentiality and care with employee, company, and HRIS/payroll information.
• Research payroll related bank reconciliation inquiries.
• Other duties as may be assigned.
  
  EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  
  • Associate degree with emphasis in Payroll or Accounting related field. Bachelor's degree and/or FPC preferred, but not required.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Payroll, with experience processing payroll for multi-state, multi-pay groups and/or union workforces.
  • Experience with UKG Pro (formerly Ultipro) in both CORE, UTM, and DIMENSIONS preferred.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification a plus.
  • Practical knowledge of the techniques, concepts, and considerations pertinent to effective payroll administration required.
  • Knowledge of California and federal employment and wage and hour laws and regulations required.
  • Experience with international payroll a plus, but not required.
    
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
    
    • Knowledge of federal, state and local wage and tax laws.
    • Knowledge of and experience with payroll software such as ADP, UKG Pro (formerly UltiPro), Paychex; including but not limited to employee record maintenance, report writing, document maintenance and website portal.
    • Demonstrated understanding of timekeeping and payroll processing software.
    • Strong numerical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail, including the ability to compute rate, ratios, and percentages.
    • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy, prioritize multiple tasks, and consistently meet deadlines.
    • Proven ability to work productively, efficiently, & effectively with initiative and drive under a tight timeline and pressure with minimal supervision.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to seek resources as needed.
    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
    • Ability to adapt to an ever-changing workforce with frequently changing schedules and locations.
    • Proven customer service skills while maintaining a confidential work environment.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.
    • Manages positive and productive relationship with external vendors.
      
      PERFORMANCE METRICS
      
      • Accurate and timely processing of payroll.
      • Accuracy in recordkeeping of payroll files in compliance with state and federal laws
      • Compliance with legal requirements of laws related to Federal and State Wage & Hour, Federal and State taxes, Employment Development Department (EDD).
      • Adherence to and consistent application of CIM's policies and procedures.
        
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