Job Description
Join Alaska Financial Solutions as an Immediate Hire Payroll Specialist and become an integral part of our dynamic finance team. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage payroll operations for our diverse workforce in Anchorage. This urgent opening offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a supportive environment.
As a cornerstone of our HR operations, you'll ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. This role is perfect for a proactive individual who thrives in fast-paced settings and values precision.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage deductions, bonuses, and commissions
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with IRS, FLSA, and Alaska state labor laws
- Generate payroll reports for executive team and auditors
- Manage employee time-off requests and PTO accruals
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Respond to payroll inquiries with exceptional customer service
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting software
- Deep knowledge of Alaska payroll regulations and tax filings
- CPP or FPC certification a plus
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to meet urgent deadlines in high-pressure situations