Payroll Specialist-In Office

Job DetailsJob Location: Corporate - Pleasant Valley, MO 64068Salary Range: $26.00 - $29.00 HourlyPosition Title: Payroll Specialist

Reporting to: Payroll & HRIS Manager

Department: Human Resources

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954. 

With an internal Mission statement of fostering a strong family-oriented culture built on a high moral and ethical code that we live by every single day. We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to help support that mission.

Are you the person who gets excited about clean, accurate payroll runs? Do you know your way around a Human Capital Management (HCM) system inside and out and enjoy being the go-to resource when someone has a question about their paycheck? We want to talk to you.

Responsibilities

Own HCM site administration and lead training so employees and managers understand how to use the system
Run bi-weekly payroll from start to finish, including deductions, taxes, garnishments, direct deposits, and support orders
Process all required payroll reports and checks with speed and accuracy
Bring multi-state payroll experience to the table (a big plus if you have it)
Dig into timecards, catch inconsistencies before they become problems, and work directly with supervisors to fix issues fast
Review hourly non-exempt timecards in the technician time keeping system to make sure everything exports cleanly into payroll
Spot patterns in recurring timecard issues and help managers get the training they need to avoid repeated mistakes
Be the first point of contact for employees with questions about deductions, overtime, and pay
Build new hire files and keep personnel files current with weekly updates
Maintain a clean, organized work environment
Handle sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and confidentiality
Assist with payroll audits, year-end activities, W-2 processing, and reporting
Help develop scalable payroll procedures that support continued company growth
Perform other duties as assigned

GREAT BENEFITS

Competitive Salary
Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Paid Time Off
Productive Work Environment

QualificationsQualifications

HR or compensation credentials are a nice bonus
Solid payroll and HR background; HCM system experience preferred
You communicate clearly, both in writing and out loud
People trust you, and you're genuinely good with them
You're organized, detail-oriented, and rarely miss a deadline
You think analytically and solve problems without losing your cool
You can stay sharp and steady even when things get busy
You work well independently and know when to loop others in
You pick up new policies quickly and retain them
You're comfortable with Excel, Word, and Outlook
High school diploma or equivalent

WORK CONDITIONS

Physical Demands/Work Environment: 

This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs.  This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline.  Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.  Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).