payroll Administrator - 14515537064Support Shepherd

Job Title: Payroll Administrator
Schedule: Monday - Friday, flexible (with an overlap from 9AM - 1PM EST)
Salary Range: $1500 - $2000
Enters and maintains accurate information in the payroll system.
Processes payroll and prepares necessary reports in accordance with policies and procedures, seeking guidance as needed.
Monitors payroll processing and accounting systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including wages, benefits, PTO, leaves, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions, escalating any concerns as appropriate.
Monitors compliance as it pertains to tip pooling, routinely auditing and flagging any concerns.
Prepares and maintains precise records and reports of payroll transactions.
Issues, or reissues, physical replacement checks, or direct deposits as needed.
Inspects the budget and general ledger for assigned departments and accounts, ensuring that funds are available, and expenditures are assigned correctly.
Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
Maintains accountability to budgeted margins, identifying concerns as appropriate.
Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits.
Assists with the preparation of financial statements and records provided to federal, state, and internal auditors and similar personnel.
Assists with corrections to listed financial records, and preparation of annual financial reports, and budgets as needed.
Serves as a subject matter expert, clearly articulating payroll data with supporting tools to a range of audiences with varying levels of comfort.
Identifies and recommends updates to payroll accounting software, systems, and procedures with the goal to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance, and to reduce costs.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
Demonstrates ownership, integrity, and attention to detail in the completion of payroll.
Immediately escalates any areas of concern or uncertainty to the Controller.
Adheres to company standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Performs other related duties and assignments as delegated by the Controller.
Requirements
Has 3-5 years of experience in the hospitality industry (preferred)
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (preferred)
Knowledge and experience with ADP Workforce - highly preferred
Proficiency in MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Google Suites (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Forms)
Knowledge of Quickbooks and Restaurant 365 preferred
Fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to communicate complex information effectively, efficiently and professionally with all the team members and work well in a team environment.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills
Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.