Tax Accountant jobs in Muskegon, MI

Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• Accurately processing and auditing payrolls for over 70 clients with a combined 5,000 employees
• Weekly, bi-weekly, multi-state and multi-location payrolls
• Effectively managing workflow volume & data from multiple sources to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner
• Reconciling payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports
• Understanding proper taxation of employer paid benefits; multi-state & multi-location knowledge a plus
• Processing correct garnishment calculations and compliance
• Contacting clients in order to obtain payroll data, including salary adjustments, special payments, tax allocations, and employee deductions or adjustments
• Preparing workers compensations audits
• Responding to client questions regarding various aspects of how their payroll was processed, including questions regarding specific employees’ paychecks, or tax-related issues
• Assisting in planning, and implementation of year-end processes, to provide accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (W-2, W-2c, etc.)
• Providing quality client service to maintain a high rate of client retention
• Establishing and maintaining a positive working relationship with clients, agencies, and coworkers to promote a positive quality service image
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Other duties/projects as requested by payroll supervisor

COMPETENCIES

• 2 years of payroll processing experience required
• Knowledge of multi-state taxes & garnishments
• Previous experience processing payroll for tipped employees is preferred
• Web-based payroll software experience is preferred
• Intermediate PC knowledge
• Self-directed, organized, and able to meet strict deadlines
• Independently analyze and research complex issues, and provide resolution through effective client communication

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (Required)
• payroll processing: 2 years (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)