Payroll Specialist

Company: BANK OF MARIN
Location: Novato
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Bank of Marin, voted by our employees as one of the "Best Places to Work" in the North Bay Business Journal fourteen years in a row, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team at our corporate office in Novato.Under general supervision, the Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for calculating and posting payroll. Other duties include inputting data records, analyzing and interpreting reports, maintaining accurate files and records, and providing assistance to employee and management inquiries regarding payroll. The position is also responsible for performing a range of duties supporting Human Resources, including providing clerical and technical functions in such areas as payroll and personnel. As a member of the Human Resources team, the Payroll Specialist will provide support to other roles within the department.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Payroll* Calculate, input, and audit payroll and timekeeping information in order to document and assure the accuracy of employee payroll processed semi-monthly for all Bank employees.* Input data into ADP regarding payroll, timekeeping, and personnel information to maintain accurate and up-to-date records. Maintain employee data in ADP and Access.* Provide courteous customer service by responding to timekeeping inquiries, making changes to employee information, resolving discrepancies and/or clarifying procedures for employees, supervisors, managers, and others.* Record changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions and insurance coverage, for each employee to update master payroll records.* Record data concerning transfer of employees between departments.* Prepare periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions.* Keep records of leave pay.* Prepare and issue paychecks either manually or via the payroll processor vendor.* Assist with HR audits regarding payroll administration.* Prepare, review, and correct year-end W-2s.* Prepare reports for government agencies.* Prepare department wires.* Calculate Quarterly and Annual Incentive Pay and is also responsible for Deferred Compensation Payout.* Distribute Department Reports including: Bank Phone List, Review Reminders, Vacation, and Health and Appointment Balances.* Responsible for maintaining and updating, if necessary, related policies and procedures.* Assist with department projects.* Other duties may be assigned.Personnel* Maintain accurate, up-to-date files and complete personnel records.* Provide assistance with clerical and technical support for HR activities.* Process paperwork for new employees and enter employee information into the payroll system.* Process employee terminations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* Must have knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques used within a human resources department.* Skilled in the operation of a PC, and proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.* Strong knowledge of and experience with using ADP Workforce Now.* Ability to handle confidential information with great sensitivity.* Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.* Ability to work with numbers and effectively use math skills on a daily basis.Education and Experience:* Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience and/or training.* 2 - 4 years related experience and/or training.The Bank of Marin is a growing public company with career advancement opportunities. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, 401K, profit sharing and employee stock ownership plans, tuition reimbursement, and an employee volunteer program.Bank of Marin is an equal opportunity employer. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Keywords: BANK OF MARIN, Novato , Payroll Specialist, Other , Novato, California