Payroll Specialist; Hybrid

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Salary: USD
65000 - USD
80000 per year

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has a prominent Business Services organization located in the St Paul area needcing to add to their payroll team!

• Pay: $65,000-$80,000/yr
• Hybrid Flexibility
• Full Benefits, PTO, 401k match and more

• bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including wages, deductions, and tax information
• Review and validate timekeeping data, PTO, bonuses, and commissions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations
• Calculate and process garnishments, benefits deductions, and payroll taxes
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data and reporting
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and deductions
• Prepare and distribute W-2s, 1099s, and other payroll-related documents
• Support audits and maintain internal controls related to payroll processes
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and system efficiency

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience (high-volume preferred)
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday, Ceridian, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion