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HYBRID – PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Location; Salt Lake City, Utah (2 days remote, 3 days in office – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing
  • Manage and process bi-weekly or monthly payroll cycles, including the calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
  • Ensure accuracy in data entry and payroll calculations.
• Tax Compliance
  • Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including federal, state, and local taxes, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
  • Reconcile and resolve any tax discrepancies.
• Benefits Administration
  • Administer employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other deductions.
  • Coordinate and verify benefit contributions and deductions.
• Payroll Reporting
  • Generate and distribute payroll reports to management, HR, and finance teams as needed.
  • Prepare payroll-related reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Compliance and Recordkeeping
  • Stay updated on federal and state labor laws and regulations related to payroll and ensure company compliance.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Employee Inquiries
  • Address employee inquiries related to payroll, tax withholdings, and benefits promptly and professionally.
  • Provide assistance with payroll-related forms and documentation.
• Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payroll processes, recommending changes and automation when appropriate. Ensure payroll procedures align with best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Profound knowledge on Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field is .
• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role, including hands-on experience with payroll software and systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information.

Company DescriptionPlatinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.Company DescriptionPlatinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.