[Hiring] Payroll Specialist @MediaCo Holding Inc

Role Description

As a member of the Payroll and Human Resources team, the Payroll Clerk plays a critical role in supporting all areas within the Payroll department. The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, work well under pressure, maintain a high level of confidentiality, and work as part of a team, as well as individually, with minimal supervision.

• Perform daily Payroll department operations, including preparation of multiple bi-weekly payrolls, new hire time and attendance training, employee self-service login reset, verifications of employment, and off-cycle payments.
• Interface with Human Resources, Finance, and other departments as required.
• Monitor and ensure wage-hour compliance.
• Reconcile timecards, including contacting team members and supervisors to obtain timesheet approvals.
• Year End processing, including W2 review, approval and distribution, and preparation for the new year.
• Process adjustment off-cycles.
• Provide support to team members and management regarding all payroll inquiries in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field and 2 years of payroll experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with integrated Payroll/HR system, preferably ADP Workforce Now.
• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups) and knowledge of other standard software including Outlook, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer-service oriented.
• Highly detail-oriented and curious.
• Bilingual: English/Spanish is a plus.

Company Description

You’ll join a collaborative HR team that values trust, innovation, and continuous improvement. Together, we’re building an environment where people feel supported, empowered, and proud to do their best work.