Payroll Specialist
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$19-$22/hour
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Work Location: Gorham, Maine
This position is in person in Gorham, ME
Pay: $19 - $22 D.O.E
Job Summary:
- Processes and records the Agency's payroll timely and accurately. Duties include:
- Responds to inquiries from Agency personnel regarding payroll matters.
- Provides procedural instruction regarding payroll and timekeeping.
- Enters and processes employee time, payroll adjustments, garnishments and pay cards.
- Processes payroll transactions accurately and timely.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to maintain confidentiality relative to payroll
- Successfully pass a criminal background check the meets agency standards.
- High school diploma or GED
- Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word.
- Demonstrated knowledge of office practices and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with UKG or similar Payroll Systems
Essential Functions:
Communication
- Responds to inquiries from Agency personnel regarding payroll matters.
- Provides procedural instruction regarding payroll and timekeeping.
- Effectively communicates with all internal customers regardless of their areas of responsibility in a courteous and professional manner.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of information generated or gathered.
- Conducts Payroll training for managers.
Knowledge
- Performs duties in accordance with applicable Federal and State regulations and Goodwill's philosophy, policies and procedures.
- Understands proper taxation of employer paid benefits.
- Working knowledge of computerized timekeeping and payroll systems.
- Resolves Payroll problems and exceptions in timely fashion.
Administration
- Enters and processes employee time, payroll adjustments, garnishments and pay cards.
- Processes payroll transactions accurately and timely.
- Maintains Agency payroll information in HRIS database.
- Prepares reporting for employees, managers, vendors and tax agencies when necessary.
- Develops ad hoc reporting as needed.
- Understanding of Goodwill NNE policies.
Why Work for Goodwill - Our employees are important to us, and we want the best, so we take care of them and their families.
- Medical, Dental, Life and Vision insurance offered
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Generous Paid Time Off Plan
- Paid Holidays
- 50% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
- Valuable job training with growth potential
- Discount on personal cell phone plans
- Local community discounts
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FAQs About Payroll Specialist Jobs at Northern New England Employment Services
What is the work location for this position at Northern New England Employment Services?
This job at Northern New England Employment Services is located in Gorham, ME, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Northern New England Employment Services?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $19–$22 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Northern New England Employment Services?
Northern New England Employment Services lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Northern New England Employment Services?
Northern New England Employment Services is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Northern New England Employment Services for this role?
Northern New England Employment Services offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Career Development, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
What is the process to apply for this position at Northern New England Employment Services?
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