Payroll Specialist Job in Topeka, Kansas US
Payroll Specialist
Perform all job functions related to bank's semi-monthly payroll for two states Answer employee questions in regards to payroll Educate new employees on payroll process during monthly benefits orientation Distribute time card reports to supervisors via email; make corrections as necessary Assist supervisors with time and attendance software Prepare special reports as requested by the President and Sr. Vice Presidents Maintain and track incoming garnishments Produce and track monthly performance appraisals Responsible for monthly raise worksheet preparation, distribution and follow-up Update and track attendance records Submit monthly Bureau of Labor Statistics Report on Employment, Payroll, and Hours to the Department of Labor Generate quarterly FTE report Balance payroll general ledger accounts on a monthly basis. Cross train and act as back up for Benefits Specialist Assist in answering employee's questions in regards to benefits Produce a terminated employee report every pay period Assist with company events as requested Educate self and remain up to date on changes as they relate to payroll for Kansas and Colorado Conduct all actions consistent with quality customer service, friendliness and the overall mission of the bank. Achieve and maintain general knowledge of all aspects of the bank and our services in order to cross sell products and answer customer questions. Conduct all interactions with internal and external customers in accordance with The CoreFirst Way EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent required. EXPERIENCE: One year payroll processing experience required; two -three years strongly preferred. Past experience in Human Resources preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft products and Excel required. Past accounting experience and/or accounting classes helpful. Prefer candidate who has experience working with ADP payroll system. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES: Detail oriented Ability to work independently Ability to multi-task Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information Ability to build effective working relationships with team members at all levels of the company Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm