Payroll Specialist

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Process, analyze, and audit multi-state bi-weekly payrolls.
• Reconcile payroll balance sheets, accumulators, YTD earnings, payroll tax withholdings and general ledgers.
• Process manual checks and research payroll discrepancies as necessary.
• Process employee terminations and ensure that changes to departments, locations and compensation are accurate and timely.
• Coordinate with the HR, Benefits, and Compensation teams to ensure an efficient and accurate payroll cycle.
• Manage workflows to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of new hires and transfers.
• Create ad hoc reports on a regular basis.
• Assist with payroll related vendor invoice management.
• Assess payroll challenges, resolves payroll matters and makes recommendations for more efficient process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Kronos, e-Time, ADP or in-house payroll experience preferred.
• Ability to be accurate, detailed and organized in a high volume/fast paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Advanced problem-solving, analytical, critical thinking and prioritization skills.
• Ability to be a collaborative team player and work effectively with all departments.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, goal driven team player.
• Strong communication skills. (verbal & written)

Physical Requirements

• Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 4 or more years of payroll experience

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

• (CPP) Certified Payroll Professional certification preferred.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.