Payroll Specialist

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING:

• Private Equity backed manufacturing and distribution company HQ in South Charlotte
• Company is expanding and growing market segments and creating a shared services center for human resources; payroll, benefits, and information systems to provide best in class service to 5,000 employees across North America
• Exceptionally stable leadership team with decades of working together to accomplish greatness for their colleagues and clients

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU:

• Experience servant leadership mentality by your direct leadership and executive team
• Proven support in bringing ideas to life and professional development guidance
• Grow your career as quickly as this proven business is growing market share

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Process bi-weekly Canadian payroll for approximately 500 associates, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and verify time and attendance data exported from the timekeeping system, addressing discrepancies with managers.
• Manage new hire setups, terminations, and first-pay payouts in the payroll system.
• Maintain strong knowledge of payroll regulations, holidays, and benefits, including the equivalent of 401(k) plans.
• Collaborate closely with the payroll lead and HR team, reporting directly to a remote supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and managers to resolve payroll issues with professionalism and tact.
• Generate and distribute payroll-related reports to finance and HR departments, supporting general ledger reconciliation.
• Participate in ongoing training and development, including ADP webinars and seminars, to stay current with payroll systems and compliance.

HOW YOU ARE QUALIFIED

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now payroll system is highly preferred; experience with other payroll systems like Workday may be considered if accompanied by strong payroll knowledge
• Solid understanding of payroll regulations, including holidays, benefits, and pension equivalents to 401(k)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately process payroll for approximately 500 employees
• Excellent internal customer service skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with managers, HR, and finance teams
• Ability to review and analyze payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and coordinate with management to resolve issues
• Willingness to be flexible with work location, including initial on-site presence and potential remote work arrangements