Payroll Processor Job Listing at Kelly Services in Taunton, MA (Job ID US3574113_BH9869308)

Description

We've partnered with a large distribution company looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll for employees while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.  This position is temp to hire- paying between $65,000 and 75,000 annually.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for multi-state employees, including salaried and hourly staff.

• Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws in multiple states.

• Maintain and update employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, tax withholding, direct deposit, and benefit deductions.

• Collaborate with HR and Accounting departments to ensure accuracy of payroll-related data.

• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, tax documents, and deductions.

• Prepare and distribute W-2s, 1099s, and other year-end reporting as required.

• Stay current on changes in tax laws and state-specific payroll regulations.

• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and reports.

• Ensure proper taxation of employer-paid benefits and garnishments.

• Process off-cycle and correction payrolls as necessary.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a multi-state environment.

• Solid understanding of federal and state payroll regulations and compliance.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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