Payroll Coordinator Job Columbus area,Ohio USA,Retail

About this positionCOMPANY OVERVIEW

Orange Barrel Media (OBM) creates and operates iconic urban media displays that advertisers ask for by name in top U.S. markets. Since our founding in 2004, OBM has pioneered a community-oriented model of outdoor media development and is nationally recognized by cities and real estate owners alike seeking to implement premier media programs that add to the character of urban places.

In the advertising community, OBM is widely recognized as the owner of the highest impact and most memorable advertising locations in the cities where it operates.

The OBM team is also a leader in smart city infrastructure, launching the Interactive Kiosk Experience (IKE) platform in concert with cities across the U.S. through the company IKE Smart City. IKE is a best-in-class public engagement platform that helps cities communicate with the public, enliven the pedestrian experience, and tell the story of their city. The core pillars of the IKE platform are public benefit and social equity, values that we seek to maximize in every IKE market to achieve city objectives and exceed community expectations.

We are a place where people are inspired to achieve success, genuinely like each other, and have endless opportunities to grow.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position, expected to last approximately three to four months, to provide coverage during a leave of absence.

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing the company’s payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, and maintaining accurate employee records. This role involves managing payroll data, calculating wages, deductions, and bonuses, and handling payroll discrepancies.

What you'll do

Prepare and process accurate payroll for employees on a bi-weekly basis
Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes to compensation, benefits, and deductions
Calculate wages, deductions, bonuses, commissions, and profit sharing. Ensuring all are in line with company policies and tax regulations
Ensure payroll is processed on time and distributed correctly via direct deposit
Communicate tax updates with payroll provider and assist in resolving filing discrepancies
Assist with the processing of 1099’s
Ensure that the payroll system is kept up to date and that records are accurate
Address employee payroll questions, concerns, and issues in a timely manner
Provide support regarding deductions, wage adjustments, and benefits inquiries
Post Payroll Journal Entries and reconcile payroll accounts to ensure all payroll expenses are correctly recorded
Prepare regular and ad-hoc payroll-related reports for management
Assist in audits and provide required documentation for internal and external audits
Maintain a high level of confidentiality with all payroll information and employee data

Qualifications

2-3 years of experience in payroll processing or a similar role
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
Knowledge of payroll software
Highly organized with a keen attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal teams
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification or similar professional certification (optional but preferred

COMPANY OVERVIEW

The OBM team is also a leader in smart city infrastructure, launching the Interactive Kiosk Experience (IKE) platform in concert with cities…