Description:

Purpose: The purpose of the Payroll Specialist II is to provide accurate processing of payroll for assigned HMSHost locations; assist in collecting and providing metrics to improve and streamline processes; and respond to all payroll related inquiries. Essential Functions: • Assists locations in managing and resolving exceptions from existing reports to ensure payroll is accurate for processing • Provides support in processing location adjustments using PeopleSoft Time and Labor to ensure desired effect on payable time • Validates and prepares off-cycle manual check requests according to published guidelines in a timely fashion to ensure that all associates receive any additional funds owed • Processes and audits direct deposit requests and tax withholding changes • Processes and audits any manual draft checks issued directly at the field level for inclusion into employee wages • Responds appropriately to all inquiries with regard to payroll policies and procedures in a timely, accurate and professional manner while maintaining confidentiality at all times • Promotes a proactive customer service approach in resolving all issues by providing accurate information, appropriate follow-up, and suggestions for process improvement • Maintains the accuracy and data integrity of the PeopleSoft system by carefully reviewing all entries made and remaining aware of their impact on the payroll process • Provides back-up support for the Payroll Specialist position for assigned locations and assists Payroll Manager in research as necessary • Runs and analyzes payroll queries to identify and resolve payroll issues Reporting relationship and other important information: • The Payroll Specialist II position as described falls under the Fair Labor Standards Act as a Non-Exempt position under the Administrative Exemption test. • The position reports to the Manager, Payroll.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment: • Requires accounting and business acumen typically gained through a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field and 3-5 years of payroll processing • Requires demonstrated understanding of the payroll cycle and attention to detail • Requires above average knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, & Power Point); experience using PeopleSoft HRMS v. 9.x and Oracle Cloud are a plus • Requires excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

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