Job Description
Join Atlanta Financial Solutions as a Payroll Specialist and become the backbone of our finance team! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our multi-state payroll operations with precision and compliance. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration in our downtown Atlanta office with remote flexibility, offering a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends.
Responsibilities
- Process and administer bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees across 5 states
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations including garnishments and deductions
- Manage time and attendance systems, resolving discrepancies and processing corrections
- Prepare and file payroll tax returns (Form 941, state unemployment, etc.)
- Conduct payroll audits and reconcile payroll accounts monthly
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve issues within 24 hours
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and termination processes
- Implement and maintain payroll system upgrades and process improvements
Qualifications
- 3+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll software
- Strong understanding of FLSA, FICA, and garnishment laws
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
- PHR or CPP certification preferred
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality