Payroll Specialist

We are offering an exciting opportunity in the manufacturing industry, based in Ohio, United States. This role is for a Payroll Specialist who will play a crucial role in maintaining our payroll operations with precision and efficiency. You will be responsible for processing payroll and ensuring compliance with various regulations.

Responsibilities

• Accurately preparing, processing, and distributing Oracle U.S. and ADP Canadian bi-weekly payrolls.
• Providing support to plant locations for payroll-related processes, which may include data batch loading.
• Handling the processing of child support, wage garnishment, benefit plan, and other payroll deductions.
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, garnishment rules, and other legal requirements.
• Assuring adherence to Company pay policies and SOX/internal controls, including proper documentation, approval, and recording of payroll transactions.
• Assisting in maintaining checklists and instructions for payroll processes/procedures.
• Addressing and resolving payroll problems and answering queries from employees and managers.
• Collaborating with managers and employees to maintain accurate reporting of hours in the time and attendance system.
• Coordinating with Corporate HR for the timely and accurate input of employee information into HRMS system and review of payroll-related changes entered by HR.
• Liaising with Treasury/Finance to ensure accurate and proper payroll banking transactions.
• Generating and/or running payroll reports in Excel, Noetix, Oracle, ADP as needed.
• Undertaking special projects and other tasks as assigned by the payroll supervisor/manager.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in a payroll specialist role or similar within the manufacturing industry
• Proficiency in ADP Financial Services and ADP Workforce Now software
• Knowledge and experience with ADP Payroll systems
• Familiarity with local payroll tax laws and regulations
• Ability to process special payroll deductions accurately
• Experience with payroll garnishments and the ability to process garnishments effectively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is preferred.