Payroll Specialist I

Payroll includes work focused on designing and/or ensuring compliance with some/all of the following payroll processes including:
Calculating gross and net pay amounts (e.g., salary, overtime, shift payments, sales commissions, bonuses, deferred compensation, benefits, tax withholdings, deductions, payroll liabilities, etc.)
Payroll-specific records maintenance (changes in wage/salary rates; pension, insurance, mandatory deductions; new hires, terminations, leave of absence, etc.)
Reconciliation of payroll records (e.g., payments, deductions, general ledger entries for wages)
Payroll data verification and administration
Monitor and manage payroll legislation compliance
Answering questions from employees and supervisors regarding payroll matters
May maintain records on vacation, sick leave, etc.
Positions on this level are fully proficient in executing established standards. Works independently within set frames and follows set course. Has a knowledge base typically acquired from a professional/university degree and approximately 1-2 years of practical professional experience in a particular area. Develops own knowledge, shares best practice and develops relevant/appropriate solutions. Positions at this level are expected to continuously improve the day-to-day activities/processes.

Can be a formal team leader of more junior co-workers and may set day-to-day operational objectives.