Payroll Specialist

As a leading professional services organization, SIDECAR HR provides tailored HR solutions to our clients.  Experience, flexibility, and accessibility make us the first choice for boutique-style service, no matter the size of a company or its industry. 

Currently, we are in search of an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team.  

The Culture 

This is your opportunity to showcase the full extent of your experience, skills, ambition, and innovation daily. Our team operates in a high-energy, positive-thinking environment that places an emphasis on providing prompt support for our growing client base. We are looking for a self-motivated professional with a drive to find the solution to any challenge. Being flexible in our approach is part of our business philosophy and our culture.  

The Job  

The Payroll Specialist will join a team working alongside a Director of Payroll. This position is crucial to SIDECAR’s overall success, acting as a primary point of contact for 1,500+ employees across multiple organizations.  

This position is responsible for the duties outlined below including but not limited to:

• Process payroll for clients in multiple states, including import preparation, client approvals and quality control reviews in accordance with client specifications and state/federal regulations.
• Manage to daily deadlines for customer processing, funding of payroll and invoice processing.
• Produce payroll reports to client requirements.
• Act as a primary point of contact via phone and email for clients and employees, answering questions related to vouchers, direct deposit, payroll processing, garnishments, benefit deductions, and other matters as needed.
• Set up and manage government-ordered wage garnishments and/or tax levies.
• Process PTO request and 401k enrollments.
• Provide best practice guidance on payroll-related topics in accordance with federal and state laws.

 The Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Two to Five years payroll experience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills 
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, clients, and vendors  
• Positive attitude and a team player spirit!

Preferred:

• Certified Payroll Professional
• PEO and/or PrismHR experience

Compensation is expected to be between $55-65k based on experience.

The Perks 

When you join our team, you’re offered excellent benefits including: 

• Major Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employer Paid Life + LTD
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Unlimited Paid Time Off 
• 401K Match
• Special discount programs