Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team at Apex Financial Group and accelerate your career with a $7,500 sign-on bonus for qualified Payroll Specialists! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll operations for 500+ employees in our Columbus headquarters. Enjoy hybrid work (3 days in-office), comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic financial services environment.
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Immediate $7,500 sign-on bonus (paid after 90 days)
- 100% premium-covered health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 6% employer match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development funds
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal/state tax regulations and FLSA requirements
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and union payroll processing
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare quarterly/year-end reports
- Collaborate with HR on benefits enrollment, terminations, and new hires
- Implement payroll process improvements using Excel and payroll systems
- Conduct internal audits and resolve payroll discrepancies
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience (ADP certification preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or HR-related field
- Proficient in ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of FLSA, federal/state tax laws, and garnishment rules
- Proven ability to handle confidential employee data with discretion
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Experience with multi-state payroll processing
- SHRM or PHR certification a plus