[Hiring] Payroll Specialist @Ascend

Role Description

The Payroll Specialist supports Payroll clients by performing several payroll administration, processing, and specialist duties for US & Canadian-based payrolls using UKG Pro. The Payroll Specialist performs a wide range of duties including, but not limited to the following:

• Responsible for processing payroll for a variety of pay frequencies (weekly/bi-weekly/semi-monthly/monthly) for employees, both hourly and salary, of assigned clients and providing the following services:
• Process various payroll adjustments (e.g. shortages, garnishments, manual computation of gross and net pay, vacation pay, bonuses, manual/instant checks)
• Provide clients with predetermined reporting and obtain client approval for employee entries and exceptions within Time & Attendance
• Transmit payroll by required deadlines per client
• Process employee changes (e.g. tax withholding, direct deposit, and PTO accruals) if applicable per the contract
• Participate in client welcome calls and provide excellent customer service, assisting client employees and supervisors with payroll questions
• Process employee payment changes in the payroll gateway according to the Client Change Workbook or any other client-preferred method
• Load timecards and balances import time from the client time product (UTM, WMF, WFM, or other)
• Pre-process payroll with established audits to ensure accuracy of inputs and generate the appropriate approvals as required
• Complete post payroll documentation as required by the processing schedule checklist provided to document activities and issues for each payroll
• Review client contracts for each assigned client to ensure understanding of the client’s individual details and needs
• Maintain proper internal controls as documented by Ascend control policies and procedures
• Maintain payroll documentation and identify process improvements
• Provide general payroll support by providing feedback to the client and MP team regarding common practices related to payroll processing, UKG payrolls set, and administration
• Remain up to date on UKG product releases and certifications as well as current payroll laws and regulations
• Perform all services in a professional manner in accordance with industry standards, applicable laws and regulations, and according to Ascend policies and procedures
• Adhere to Ascend and UKG implementation and managed payroll services methodologies
• Achieve profitability goals as directed by Ascend each month
• Other duties as directed by Leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years’ experience in payroll
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge and experience with UKG Payroll & Time Products
• Proficient with the use of standard technology including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), project management tools, video conferencing, and other online meeting software.
• Fluent communication skills in the English language, both written and verbal
• Certified Payroll Professional certification highly preferred

Requirements

• Remote work from a home office.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States or Canada.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.

Benefits

• Competitive industry compensation
• Achievable monthly bonus plans and sales commission opportunities
• 100% employer-paid health benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Open PTO (mandatory two-week minimum)
• Professional development reimbursement
• 100% paid UKG certification training
• Company-provided laptop, mobile phone, and equipment