Educational Support Specialist (Payroll Onboarding Specialist)

Responsibilities

* Process bi-weekly payroll for employees in multiple locations, ensuring all calculations are accurate, compliant, and timely.
* Utilize ADP payroll software to input and manage payroll data, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, overtime, and deductions.
* Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring all payroll-related data is current and up-to-date.
* Review and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, including tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and wage garnishments.
* Prepare and file payroll taxes and related filings, including federal, state, and local tax payments, and year-end forms.
* Generate detailed payroll reports, track hours, overtime, and PTO usage, and resolve discrepancies or issues related to employee pay.
* Assist with audits and ensure accurate documentation for internal and external audits.
* Provide support to employees regarding payroll questions, deductions, and issues.
* Monitor changes in payroll regulations and best practices, ensuring the company remains compliant with all applicable laws.
* Collaborate with the HR and finance departments to ensure smooth integration of payroll and benefits.

Requirements

Qualifications

* Experience in handling payroll through ADP payroll provider is preferred
* At least 3 years of payroll experience, with expertise in running payroll using ADP.
* In-depth knowledge of payroll processing in both the U.S. and California, including understanding of federal and state tax regulations.
* Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation.
* Strong attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy in all payroll-related tasks.
* Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to respond professionally to employee inquiries and resolve issues effectively.
* Ability to adapt to new technologies and systems as needed.
* A strong team player who is willing to collaborate with others to solve problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Knowledge of accounting principles and experience with general ledger accounting.
* Certification in Payroll (CPP) or related credentials is a plus.

Benefits

Fully Remote!

PTO

Etc.