Human Resource Specialist--Payroll

Description Location: Mt. Sterling, IL Department: Human Resources (HR) Reports To: Payroll Manager Hourly Wage: $16.53 - $23.55 per hour, plus bonus opportunity As an HR Specialist in Payroll, you will process company employee payroll, including taxes and reports for regulatory compliance and management purposes, in accurate and timely manner. WHAT YOU’LL DO Processes weekly, bonus, and special payrolls according to company policy and in accordance with government regulations and tax codes. Updates and maintains employee payroll records with accuracy and confidentiality. Monitors and audits time and attendance inputs for accuracy and compliance with government regulations and company policies. Tracks appropriate payroll accrual information. Posts and monitors all employee payroll deductions and earnings. Processes and prepares company payroll tax returns, deposits, and annual employee W2’s. Respond to manager and employee inquiries regarding any payroll issues or concerns. Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position. YOU MUST HAVE High school diploma or general equivalency degree Trustworthiness to handle sensitive, confidential information Effective interpersonal and communication skills to interact with employees and other departments Basic computer skills and experience YOU MAY ALSO HAVE Bachelor’s Degree Customer service skills to serve employees in an appropriate manner Knowledge or experience working with Accounting material Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook ROLE SPECIFICS Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00-5:00 Occasional overtime/holiday work required, as necessary, to meet employee payroll deadlines. Work that is both independent and team oriented. WHO WE ARE Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We streamline the supply chain and build valuable partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here. WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with: Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing Significant advancement opportunities Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety. EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions. DotFoods.com/Careers Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Required High School or better.