Payroll Specialist - Allegan Area
$52,000–$79,000 year
On-siteAllegan, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Process multi-state payroll for both hourly and salaried employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. Reconcile payroll data, administer timekeeping systems, and resolve discrepancies while managing deductions for benefits and garnishments. Prepare and submit payroll reports for internal and external audits, handling new hires, terminations, and employee data changes. This role requires an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2+ years of experience with payroll software like ADP or Paychex. The position is based in Allegan, MI, with a salary range of $52,000 to $79,000.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience processing payroll for a medium to large employee base, preferably within a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex) and HRIS systems
- Strong understanding of federal and state payroll regulations, including tax laws and wage and hour requirements
- Experience with timekeeping systems and their integration with payroll
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) for payroll processing
- Certification in payroll (e.g., FPC, CPP)
- Familiarity with union contracts and their impact on payroll calculations
- Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) for data analysis and reporting
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