Payroll Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Miami FL, that is seeking a Project Payroll Specialist.

Summary:
The Payroll Specialist uses specialized knowledge to perform activities related to timely and accurately prepare, process, audit and reconcile multi-site, multi cycled, multi-currency domestic and international $1B payroll for over 40,000 employees. The candidate partners with internal and external customers to resolve wages, deductions and banking inquiries and variances. This person works closely with Paymasters, HR and Management to implement and ensure compliance to the company's and department's strategies and vision.

Responsibilities:
* Process payroll, adjustments, deductions, and reconciliations, amending any inefficiencies or inaccuracies that crop up during the payroll audit while conducting the payroll process
* Performs daily payroll operations including the review of department time records, appropriate tax calculations, appropriate execution of payroll interfaces, payroll closing and cost allocation process, year-end payment bonuses, RSUs, or tax forms and the payment of benefits distributions process
* Work closely with other departments Managers and collaborates with HR and Shipboard Paymasters to implement and enforce compensation initiatives in support of company strategies and in compliance with governing regulations

REQUIREMENTS:
* Minimum 2 years of related work experience
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Good customer service skills
* Math/accounting aptitude
* Self-motivated inspiring leadership
* Must be an analytical thinker
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel and Access preferred)
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines under minimal supervision
* Problem solving /Analytical thinking

Preferred Skills:
* Associate's degree preferred
* Bachelor's degree preferred
* A CPP or related certification preferred
* Experience working with large data sets preferred
* Experience with Lawson application preferred
* Leadership experience preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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