[Hiring] Payroll Specialist II @HUB International

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and driven individual to join our team in the role of Payroll Specialist II. As an employer, we value individuals who possess a strong sense of ownership, are self-driven, and demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for the work they do. This position requires an individual that has strong client relationship skills, is system driven, has meticulous attention to detail, and strives to deliver an excellent client experience.

We’re looking for candidates with extensive experience in one or more of the following systems:

• Paylocity
• Paycor
• UKG Ready
• UKG Pro
• Ceridian Dayforce
• ADP WFN
• Paycom
• Paychex

Candidate Profile:

• Customer obsessed, with a mission to earn and maintain customer loyalty.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ownership of work with a sense of responsibility, urgency, and accountability.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Capable of working independently and managing time effectively with multiple clients.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Enthusiastic about delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Analytical thinker with a passion for numbers.
• Positive mindset, proactive in seeking solutions, and adaptable to change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing, preparing, and producing accurate and timely payrolls for multiple clients.
• Checking customers' employees’ timesheets for accuracy.
• Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses, commission, and severance.
• Reviewing and validating payroll reports for accuracy, investigating discrepancies.
• Maintaining confidentiality and security of all client files and payroll information.
• Analyzing payroll results and HR reports to answer complex questions.
• Responding to payroll-related inquiries from clients and their employees.
• Processing employee garnishments.
• Coordinating payroll general ledger processing with accounting.
• Preparing time and labor files.
• Inputting employee changes and maintaining deductions and banking information.
• Providing service support to employees, other departments, and management.

Qualifications

• 7 or more years’ proven experience processing end-to-end payroll preferably in a medium to large organization.
• Prior experience working in a multi-client environment is required.
• Expert knowledge of either Paylocity, Paycor, UKG Ready, UKG Pro, Ceridian Dayforce, ADP WFN, Paycom and/or Paychex.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, regulations, and best practices.
• Complex analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Self-starter who is willing to take initiative with little direction or guidance.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Educated on compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and requirements.
• Certified Payroll Professional certification a plus.
• Excellent math and numerical skills.
• Proficient in Excel including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

Benefits

• The expected pay range for this position is $30.29 - $32.69/hr.
• Comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts.
• Paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.
• Structured training, licensing support, and ongoing development opportunities.
• Competitive pay with comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings matching, and company-paid life and disability plans.
• Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and a wellbeing program.
• A collaborative, high-performing culture with meaningful engagement.