The Payroll Administrator is responsible for ensuring accurate data in the payroll system and timely processing of payrolls for the bi-weekly and semi-monthly pay groups. This position will be the main point of contact to troubleshoot issues related to pay, timekeeping, or other payroll questions.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Daily review of payroll data for core and temp employees
New hires
Processing separations and calculating PTO pay out
Other changes as submitted through the payroll system
Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls
Review timecard accuracy and ensure timely approvals
Validate terminations and PTO payout calculations
Verify employee changes flow into payroll transactions including:
Wage changes, retro pay, and other compensation requests
Manual changes made throughout the pay period as directed
Submit payroll transactions to payroll provider for funding
Process off-cycle payrolls
On demand payments
Voiding payroll checks
Bonus payments
Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees and supervisors/managers
Work with HR and Finance to reconcile data for accurate W2 processing and other year-end requirements
Run reports for management or audits as needed
Partner with Finance to resolve payroll tax discrepancies as needed
Update internal payroll work instructions and process documents
Job Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
College degree or equivalent experience
Experience:
2-5+ year experience preferred
Skills and Qualifications:
HRMS/Payroll software
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
Strong organization skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong user abilities in Microsoft Office Suite
Write/follow work instructions and procedures
Excellent math skills
Problem solving ability
Handle confidential information
Self-motivated
Strong attention to detail
Work in a fast-paced, at times stressful environment
Work with and meet deadlines
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Generous Paid Time Off
10.5 Paid Holidays
Career Development Opportunities
About Group O
At Group O, it’s our employees who we value most. That’s why we provide a supportive environment where employees are given every opportunity to excel. Group O offers a wide variety of careers with room for professional growth and advancement, and we are always looking for motivated individuals to join our team. At Group O, our employees’ health and well-being is equally as important as the work they perform. We back up that philosophy by providing a competitive benefits package that supports now and for their future. In 1974, Bob Ontiveros saw an opportunity to live the American dream and build a company for himself and his family. 50 years later, the packaging company he originally founded out of the back of his station wagon - Group O is ranked by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as one of the top five Latino-owned businesses in the country. Group O has gained prestige for helping Fortune 500 companies like Samsung, Michelin, Caterpillar, and PepsiCo turn their most complex business challenges into centers of profitability and efficiency. Headquartered in Milan, IL, Group O employs over 1,200 employees.
Group O is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, and sexual orientation. If you require accommodations to participate in the job application process, please contact recruiting@groupo.com, we will work with you to meet your needs. Information provided by applicants will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. We respect your privacy and will handle your application data in accordance with our privacy policy.
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