Job Details

Payroll Coordinator

Job Category: Human Resources

Location: Simpsonville, SC

Reports to: Human Resources Business Partner

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Associate

Industry: Manufacturing | Mechanical Power Transmission Components | Engineering Services

Job Function: Payroll Processing | Employee Support | Compliance

Job Summary: The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for managing all aspects of the organization's payroll process, including calculating employee wages, processing payroll deductions and tax withholdings, generating paychecks or direct deposits, and maintaining accurate payroll records. The Payroll Coordinator serves as the main point of contact for employees regarding payroll-related inquiries and issues, ensuring timely and accurate payment of wages and compliance with all relevant labor laws and tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Generate and distribute paychecks or manage direct deposit of employee wages. Reconcile payroll accounts and general ledger to ensure accuracy. Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Employee Support: Provide guidance and training to employees on payroll-related policies and procedures. Assist with the implementation of new payroll systems or updates to existing systems. Educate employees on payroll policies and procedures.
• Compliance: Stay up to date on federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations. Prepare and file required payroll tax returns and reports accurately and timely. Respond to payroll-related audits and inquiries from government agencies. Maintain strict confidentiality of employee payroll information.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or 3 years of experience in payroll processing or account management, preferably in a mid-to-large size organization. Strong analytical and mathematical skills with a high attention to detail. Proficient in using UltiPro payroll software preferred and Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and reporting. Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements and labor laws. Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll-related topics to employees. Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow data privacy protocols. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is preferred.

Physical Requirements: Extended periods of sitting at a workstation. Speaking in person and over the telephone or Teams online and the ability to hear, comprehend, and document detailed information from others. Ability to type, reach and grasp. Intermittent standing and walking within the office environment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing for extended periods over the phone and in person. Ability to travel and stay overnight.

Essential Job Functions: Calculate gross-to-net payroll for all employees, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation. Process payroll deductions such as taxes, benefits premiums, garnishments, retirement plan contributions, and other withholdings. Respond to employee inquiries and resolve issues related to payroll, benefits, and time-off accruals in a timely and courteous manner. Provide excellent customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues. Collect, verify, and input employee time and attendance data into the payroll system. Maintain employee records, including personal information, tax withholdings, benefit elections, and salary changes. Ensure data integrity and accuracy within the payroll system. Generate and analyze payroll reports to identify trends and potential issues. Manage and maintain payroll system data and security. Troubleshoot payroll system issues and coordinate with IT for resolutions. Assist in the implementation of payroll system upgrades and enhancements.

Why Join Us? Work alongside a collaborative, experienced leadership team. Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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