PAYROLL SPECIALIST

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll Specialist will support the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, including salaries, deductions, taxes, and payroll records. The role involves reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and supporting payroll compliance and reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Payroll Processing

Process employee payroll accurately and within established deadlines.
Review timesheets, salary information, deductions, and adjustments.

2. Payroll Records & Reconciliation

Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records.
Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies.

3. Payroll Compliance

Support compliance with applicable payroll, tax, and employment requirements.
Ensure required payroll documentation is properly maintained.

4. Employee Payroll Support

Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll records.
Investigate and resolve payroll issues promptly.

5. Reporting & Administration

Prepare routine payroll reports and summaries.
Assist with audits and other payroll-related administrative activities.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

Payroll processing accuracy and timeliness.
Accuracy of payroll records and reconciliations.
Payroll issue resolution turnaround time.
Compliance with payroll policies and requirements.
Timely completion of payroll reports and documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
2–4 years of payroll, accounting, or HR experience.
Knowledge of payroll processing, deductions, and applicable tax requirements.
Experience with payroll systems and strong attention to detail.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

Process payroll accurately and on time.
Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information.
Keep accurate and organized payroll records.
Respond promptly and professionally to payroll inquiries.
Follow company payroll policies and applicable requirements.

LOCATION

Atlanta, Georgia, United States