Payroll Associate I

Primary/Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Performs payroll-related functions including but not limited to payroll processing, audits, and maintenance.

• Ability to perform all duties of Payroll Analyst I include but not limited to:

o Management and Support of employee data file imports (GOAT Files)

o Management and Support of Time File Imports

o Perform audits of import data.

o Additional Integration/Interface Support as needed.

o Reporting Support

• Processes payroll(s) for multi-frequency Managed Services clients as scheduled

• Performs file imports into the payroll system from various sources and reviews and verifies payroll data on time.

• Prepares off-cycle payrolls and manual checks as necessary.

• Escalates non-routine inquiries and issues to the Payroll Specialist, Team Lead or Manager

• Develops and maintains awareness of SSAE16 requirements and is accountable for compliance with each task performed.

• Maintain discretion and professionalism with team members.

• Quarter End, Year End, and Open Enrollment assistance and task execution



Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably B.com).

• 6 months to 1 year of related experience is preferred.

• Good understanding of US payroll basic concepts

• Working knowledge of payroll concepts and application of payroll concepts, procedures, and practices.

• General knowledge of industry practices, techniques, standards, and business unit/group functions Quickly and easily adapts to change and shifting priorities with enthusiasm.

• Actions and words consistently provide positive motivation and influence on their team and other teams within UMS.

• Eagerly meets business opportunities and challenges head-on.

• Proficient report writing capabilities.

• Detail-oriented, exhibiting strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite of software including Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Ability to analyze and resolve problems through effective communication.

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Ability to deal effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels.