Johnson Service Group (JSG) is seeking a Payroll Specialist in the Walnut Creek, California area.  This is an Onsite postion.
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday (8:00am- 5:00pm)
Hourly pay range: $40.00-$50.00 per hour

Payroll Specialist

This role will be working on-site in Walnut Creek, California 
Under general supervision, performs routine and complex tasks relating to the processing of the semi-monthly payroll. Duties may include checking and auditing timekeeping records for compliance with established standards, maintaining time and attendance records and miscellaneous changes. Performs accounting and clerical duties related to the issuance of the semi-monthly payrolls. Tasks generally require little to no deviation from established procedures. Provides quality customer service to all clients, while exhibiting a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality in handling and having access to sensitive employee information. This position requires the use of tact, discretion, good judgment and good time management skills. Possesses technical knowledge of all areas of employee payroll and HRIS system to be able to answer questions from employees, coworkers and work directly with external support representatives.
Responsibilities include:  Primary responsibility is the processing of the semi-monthly payrolls utilizing various time and attendance systems and Workday payroll system. Audits salary increases, retro pay and absence tracking. Records Wage attachments, prior period adjustments and non-benefit ongoing payroll deductions. Processes bonuses, sales commissions, and any other earnings. Assists with the accurate and timely processing of the year-end payroll, including W2 generation and distribution. Prepares Voluntary and Involuntary termination checks and provides required funding to Finance. Maintains a strong knowledge of the payroll reporting functions. Develops reports to meet supervisor and management requests for payroll related information. Responsible for the quarterly reporting of Multiple Worksite Reporting to the Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and various Government agencies. Assists Payroll manager with internal and external auditors during audit process, provides documents, reports, and other payroll items upon request. Assists Payroll Manager on special project support, as required. Completes verification of employment forms and records wage information to financial institutions as requested. Complete and verify information for all Unemployment claims. This may at times be extremely confidential working with HRBP or Employee Relations department. Qualifications:  Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of payroll and accounting; modern office practices and procedures; data processing; basic knowledge of laws pertaining to payroll; record-keeping techniques. Must possess good human relations and communication skills and exercise good judgment. Exhibits team spirit in working with others, communicating openly and in a helpful manner to insure coordination and cooperation. Maintains confidentiality regarding professional matters. Must possess a high level of accuracy and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Needs to be able to work well under time constraints and be able to manage time effectively to process payrolls for numerous companies simultaneously. Must possess good organizational skills. Minimum 3 years Payroll Workday Experience Required. JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #D800