We are hiring! P. Terry’s Burger Stand is looking for an experienced Payroll/Benefits Specialist in Austin, TX. This individual will be responsible for performing a variety of payroll functions, including bi-weekly payroll processing and administration; quality assurance validation of payroll, and maintaining employee time records, as well as benefits administration, monthly billing reconciliations and other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate with have 3-5 years of payroll and benefit experience. P. Terry’s Burger Stand is a growing company offering competitive compensation and benefits.If hired, your responsibilities will include:Payroll
Responsible for addressing payroll related questions from employees.
Support the implementation of a new Payroll/HRIS system planned for Q3 2022.
Complete review of payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including pay, overtime benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions and updates including new hires, terminations, changes to pay rates, payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
Enter and maintain information in the payroll system; information may include employee’s hourly rates, salaries, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.
Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
Issues, or reissues, pay cards or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
Benefits
Assist Human Resources with open enrollments and assist employees with enrollment in benefits programs, such as health insurance and retirement savings.
Answering questions or concerns from employees about their benefit deductions.
Keeping employee benefits records up to date.
Reconcile monthly bills from carriers.
Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary.
Run reports as requested by Human Resources and finance team.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Highschool diploma or equivalent, required
BS/BA in business or accounting, a plus
Three to five (3 - 5) years’ experience in processing payroll
Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes and of legislation and regulations in the field, as well as payroll best practices.
Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations.
Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software. Working knowledge of Multiple Payroll Software is a plus (Paycom, Paylocity, UltiPro UKG).
Outstanding organizational ability: including multi-tasking and the ability to prioritize.
Detail oriented
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic and team player
High degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills
Ability to communicate with various levels of management
Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Proficient in operating a PC (desktop and/or laptop), which may include the following peripherals: webcam, mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner, monitor(s), and external drive.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to learn other functional software, which may include Nexonia, Bill.com, PlateIQ, and Adobe Fill and Sign.