Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist at Johnstone Supply
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Apply online and be among the first 25 applicants. Pay is based on skills and experience; discuss details with recruiter.

$29.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Johnstone Supply, North America's leading wholesale distributor of HVACR equipment, parts, and supplies, offers a Payroll Specialist role. With over seven decades of growth, more than 450 distributor branches and six distribution centers across North America and over $4 billion in annual sales, we partner with major companies like Daikin/Goodman, Honeywell, Emerson, Johnson Controls, Google, and Fujitsu to deliver world‑class products, technical expertise, and service.

As a member of the Human Resources Team, the Payroll Specialist processes payrolls, maintains payroll and HR records, and provides HR reporting and administrative support.

Now is the ideal time to join. Relationship‑building is key to our success. This hybrid position: 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

• Ensure the bi‑weekly payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant with company policy and all regulations.
• Update and maintain electronic timekeeper files, audit balances, and transmit employee data to the payroll system.
• Maintain accurate payroll and HR databases, enter changes with proper approvals, and resolve inconsistencies.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
• Create and communicate standard procedures, providing guidance and training to stakeholders.

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent; at least two years experience with a payroll processing system; HR experience helpful.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred.
• Knowledge of full‑cycle multi‑state payroll processes.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, functions, charts, data analysis).
• Experience with ADP payroll system.
• Basic accounting knowledge related to payroll and GL integration.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to create and follow procedures, recognize inconsistencies, and maintain confidentiality.

• Safety: prioritize safety at work and home.
• Customer Focused: anticipate and respond to customer needs.
• One Team: collaborate toward common goals.
• Own It: take initiative, act with urgency and integrity.
• Innovate: drive continuous improvement and customer‑valued solutions.

Johnstone offers competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, 401(k) with company match, and PTO after 90 days.

EOE & E-Verify Participating Employer.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Human Resources
• Wholesale