Corporate Senior Payroll Specialist

Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview

The incumbent is responsible for entering, analyzing and processing payroll, running reports, and other payroll-related tasks. Assists with the calculation and preparation of corporate payroll tax filings, ensuring the timely remittance of taxes due, with guidance from Corporate Payroll Tax Analyst and Corporate Payroll Tax Supervisor This is a high volume, deadline driven position that requires accuracy and a customer-service focus.


Responsibilities

  • Enters, researches, and analyzes employee payroll and tax related data including garnishment, absence management or new hire necessary to process and meet weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing. Assists with the calculation and preparation of corporate payroll tax filings to ensure the timely remittance of Federal, State and Local taxes, with guidance from the Analysts and Supervisor.
  • Maintains knowledge of the payroll processing system, changes in garnishment, wage and tax laws at the federal, state and level, voluntary and involuntary deductions, and industry trends in the FMLA to serve as a subject matter expert and develop a trusted relationship with both internal and external partners.
  • Researches and resolves complex employee and system problems to ensure accurate payroll including ability to calculate federal, state and local taxable wages. Corresponds with internal and external departments in conjunction with the employee to resolve to resolve concerns relating to federal, state, and local taxation.
  • Participates on various project teams as a representative of Payroll to ensure appropriate oversight of department needs.
  • Provides second-level response to all inquiries via email, mail, and phone, in accordance with department policy, to ensure quality service standards are met. Communicates issues and provides status updates to Leadership team.
  • Generates, reviews, and distributes reports to Supervisor and peers to ensure accuracy of data and compliance with applicable Federal and State laws and Paychex policies, including Sarbanes Oxley.
  • Engages in monthly team and department meetings to ensure continued technical and self-development. Prepares and presents specific topics, if requested.
  • Trains new employees and cross-trains existing employees on procedures and procedure changes to ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local governances. Writes and reviews department procedures to ensure resources are up to date and accurate. Recommends changes if necessary.

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Accounting/Business/Finance - Preferred
  • 3 years of experience in Related field .

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $20.30 - $32.40 per hour. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

  • Act with uncompromising integrity.
  • Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
  • Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
  • Work in partnership and support each other.
  • Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
  • Treat each other with respect and dignity.

  • What's in it for you?

    • We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
    • We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
    • We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
    • We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
    • We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

    • Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
      Not sure if you meet every requirement?

      At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
      Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
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