Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist seeking a stable, Direct Hire opportunity in Minneapolis? Join a dynamic team where accuracy meets opportunity. We are seeking a seasoned professional to manage our complex payroll operations and ensure compliance with ever-evolving regulations. If you are passionate about numbers and want to work for a top-tier firm, apply today!
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment in the heart of Minneapolis.
- Opportunity for professional growth and certification support.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
- Execute bi-weekly payroll processing for 250+ employees using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring 100% accuracy.
- Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including FLSA.
- Prepare and reconcile monthly payroll reports, including general ledger entries, payroll variance analysis, and year-to-date summaries.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance deductions, 401(k) contributions, and flexible spending accounts.
- Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management with high accuracy and professionalism.
- Assist in the annual audit process and prepare necessary documentation for external auditors.
- Oversee timekeeping system accuracy and resolve complex time-off and leave-of-absence requests.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years of full-cycle payroll experience in a corporate or high-volume environment.
- Proficiency with ADP, Paylocity, or similar payroll processing software (ADP Workforce Now preferred).
- Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and payroll tax compliance (MN & Federal).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros) and QuickBooks.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive employee data with complete discretion.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex payroll concepts to non-finance staff.