Job Abstract

Pay Transparency Statement:

The compensation philosophy reflects the Companys reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.

Position Summary:?

The Payroll Specialist supports the companys payroll processes. This position ensures pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Manage the payroll processing of multiple weekly and bi-weekly payrolls groups inclusive of CollectiveBargaining Agreements Contracts
• Ensure the payroll is in fullcompliance with federal and state laws
• Ensure employee payroll is processedaccurately and timely
• Review weekly payroll reports foraccuracy
• Collaborate with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), as necessary to ensure complete compliance in setting up payroll in various systems
• Maintain payroll system updates andensure accuracy
• Analyze payroll issues and recommend corrective actions
• Assist in payroll accounting,transactions, reporting, stop payments and other operations
• Oversee salary changes, compensations, deductions, bonus, and vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) payouts
• Process final checks forvoluntary and involuntary separations from the company
• Provide training and mentoring to team member
• Facilitate training at local level as needed
• Assist in payroll and timesheet audit process
• Assist employees with payroll issues
• Review payroll issues and discrepancies and process necessary corrections
• Ensure compliance with the regulatory standards, policies and procedures ofpayroll
• Provide technical expertise and respond to payroll inquiries related to interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations as well as Collective Bargaining Agreement Contracts
• Implement processes to streamlinepayroll function
• Other projects or duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience:

• HS Diploma/GED with 0 to 1 plus years of payroll experience
• Experience with federal, local, and state payroll laws
• Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Detail oriented mindset
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• This position must pass a post-offerbackground and drug test

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Finance and/or Accounting
• Experience with UKG or Kronos Timekeeping System
• Experience working in a union environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions.Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.