• Sr. Payroll Specialist

    USIC (Indianapolis, IN)


    Job Description:

    This is an in-office position that offers a hybrid schedule.

    Summary

    The Sr. Payroll Specialist will ensure accurate execution of USIC payroll. This position will function as the primary processor of payroll processing, including adjustments, off-cycle payrolls and internal control audits. The role is involved in improving the operations and contributing to the overall teammate experience within the Payroll Department. This role is responsible for helping to drive continuous improvement across payroll.

    Responsibilities

    + Process weekly and bi-weekly multistate payroll using Workday, ensuring payroll compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.

    + Serve as Subject Matter Expert for payroll processing.

    + Audit and batch input payroll adjustments, out of sequence payrolls, and off cycle payroll runs.

    + Address, communicate, or escalate payroll impacting issues.

    + Triage ZenDesk tickets to ensure items are assigned, addressed, or followed up timely.

    + Maintain data quality of Payroll system and collaborate with HR Administration and HR Systems to correct errors in the integration from and to Workday.

    + Prepare payroll processing audits for payroll signoff; prepare and collect audit reports for Internal Controls.

    + Execute Quarter- and Year-End adjustments.

    + Serve as backup for Payroll Supervisor.

    Requirements

    + Minimum 2- 3 years’ experience with payroll processing required.

    + Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent payroll experience) in Accounting, Business, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.

    + Proficient knowledge of payroll in a multistate environment.

    + Strong creative, analytical and problem-solving skills required; practical approach to solving issues and gaining solution alignment.

    + Excellent customer service focus and experience.

    + Ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate sensitive situations.

    + Communicates well both verbally and in writing with team members of all levels across the organization.

    + Applicable system (Workday) experience preferred.

    + Enterprise level payroll software experience required.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

    + Significant experience in Excel, including advanced features (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

    + Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in multiple systems simultaneously.

    + Ability to establish priorities, work and think independently, and proceed with objectives without direct supervision.

     

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.