<p>Robert Half has partnered with a growing and established company in Raleigh to assist them in finding a Payroll Specialist. The ideal candidate will possess 1+ years of high volume multi state payroll experience. To be considered, interested candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively and deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. As the Payroll Specialist, you will contribute in finalizing the accurate and timely production of weekly payroll for employees. This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Raleigh North Carolina. This company offers excellent benefits and growth potential, so apply today!</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>- Collaborate with Information Technology, Human Resources, and other internal business partners to ensure security protocols for pay systems</p><p><br></p><p>- Arrange timely processing of payroll in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principles</p><p><br></p><p>- Direct quarterly and year-end payroll reports</p><p><br></p><p>- Aid staff with wage deductions, fringe benefits, pay related issues, PTO accruals, and general questions related to payroll</p><p><br></p><p>- Handle voluntary deductions, as well as wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner, including reporting to the necessary authorities</p><p><br></p><p>- Operate regular payroll reporting as required and assist with financial audits related to pay records and associated general ledger</p><p><br></p><p>- Examine data entered by others in the payroll software to include, but not limited to salary/wage increases, benefit deductions, employee termination dates, and employee leaves of absence under FMLA or other unpaid leave</p><p><br></p><p>- Obey to current payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data, including payroll taxes, employee federal and state income and social security taxes and other required reporting</p><p><br></p><p>- Improve systems and protocols to direct the collection, calculation and entering of pay data</p><p><br></p><p>- Explore payroll areas, pay practices related to FLSA, and fringe benefit reporting to determine how those practices apply to advise management</p>
