Senior Payroll Specialist

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Description :

Job Title : Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Type : Contract

Job Location : California,US

Work Schedule : On-site

Starting rate : $37, Based on experience

Duties :

The Senior Payroll Specialist (SPS) performs a variety of intricate accounting functions necessary for the accurate calculation of wages and benefits, maintenance of records and allocation of payroll reporting for funds withheld and disbursed. Coordinates, validates and implements work procedures that require a comprehensive operational knowledge of Federal and State regulations as related to wage garnishment, taxation and wage-hour law. The SPS performs advanced analytical and technical work within specialized areas of payroll. The position requires expertise in complex payroll / benefits, accounting functions, and the ability to make technical decisions requiring application, analysis and interpretation of data facts, procedures, company policy, and law.

The SPS requires a thorough working knowledge of payroll resource information systems such as Lawson, KRONOS, Bureau of National Affairs (BNA), MHC Software, Tax Direct, BSI-Tax Factory, State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) e-Services for Business, Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Department of Commerce, US Census Bureau, and the Social Security Administrations Business Services On-Line (BSO).

The SPS exercises independent judgment, demonstrates discretion, and tact, in the processing of documents and information of a confidential or sensitive nature.

Skills :

Demonstrated ability to work effectively under tight time constraints. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex accounting and operational problems and be able to recommend viable solutions to those problems. Aptitude to comply with laws, rules, regulations, company policies, and the ability to audit, and reconcile a complex variety of pay / leave and tax data transactions. Must be able to initiate procedural changes in response to changes in the external environment. Demonstrated ability to make appropriate independent judgments on subjective accounting issues. Must be able to assess reasonableness of their work. PC skills : Microsoft Office, Lawson, MHC, and ImageNow. Demonstrated ability to work with computerized general ledger systems; 10-key calculator by touch. Interpersonal Skills : The qualified candidate will exhibit the communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interface with all levels of management and staff. They need to be able to work independently, and as a team member, by establishing cooperative working relationships. They must exhibit strong customer service history, requiring confidentiality and sensitivity. The ability to meet deadlines, multi-task and adapt to changing priorities is required. The company is a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at company . The company principles consist of Caring, Communication, Collaboration and Competence. Physical Effort : 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. Hours of Work : Full-time Monday through Friday Days (non-exempt position status), hours based on business needs

Education :

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or any combination of education, training, and / or experience equivalent which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties as described, including courses in accounting, math, statistics or related subjects required. Experience : 5 or more years payroll processing and benefits experience in a healthcare environment (Lawson preferred), KRONOS, accounting or bookkeeping experience. The position requires a working knowledge of wage & hour laws, and Federal & State tax regulations.

About Maxonic :

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Interested in Applying?

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Jaspreet Singh (Jaspreet.s@maxonic.com / (510) 613-4990) for more details