livingHR is searching for a mission-driven Payroll Administrator to join our client in the Tampa Bay area. The role will be onsite.

Compassionate Payroll Administrator willing to create a meaningful experience and offer onsite support and guidance to the entire team in the areas of Payroll, Risk Management and Administration related responsibilities. The Payroll Administrator will oversee the organization’s payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement, maintain and process payroll system to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, paid time off and holidays, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Benefits administration including: updates to payroll deductions to tie to benefits reports/invoicing, enroll team members eligible for HSA accounts, process bi-weekly contributions, and audit benefit enrollment.
• Attends all onboarding sessions in-person to introduce the payroll system and provide information and training materials for new hires and new managers.
• Prepares and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions. Ensure reporting of Form 941.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Identifies and recommends updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
• Ensure submission of bi-weekly retirement contributions and 5500 annual filings.
• Provide training materials and assistance to team members in both the timeclock and Payroll portal.  Serves as the point of contact for all payroll questions.
• Additional responsibilities related to risk management and administration.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources or related experience.
• Three to five years of Payroll experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Paylocity experience preferred
• Fluent in Spanish preferred
• Commitment to understanding and supporting the organization’s mission and grow code

COMPETENCIES

• Proficient with payroll software, spreadsheet applications, and working with third party vendors.
• Extensive knowledge of payroll function including preparation, balancing, and internal controls.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Sound customer services skills and the ability to implement an excellent customer experience. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outgoing personality and willing to meet team members in person to address their needs.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion; strong ethical character capable of handling confidential data
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences and personalities
• Ability to multi-task multiple projects adhering to deadlines in a high-energy, fast-paced environment

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.