Job Title:

People Payroll Compliance Specialist

Department:

Human Resources

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Arkansas

City:

Lowell

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under the routine supervision of the Payroll Compliance Manager, this position is responsible for supporting all activities related to Payroll tax, payroll compliance and payroll accounting. The incumbent will assist Payroll with compliance, payroll accounting, payroll tax, and ensuring processes and procedures are up to date and implemented.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Payroll Team with monitoring SOX compliance in payroll processes, policies and controls

• Support internal and external audit requests

• Perform periodic audits of payroll processes

• Responsible for payroll accounting activities

• Response for wage payment compliance

• Provide guidance and support on Tier 3 response to payroll policy questions

• Keep abreast of current payroll tax requirements and advise management on pay practices, tax compliance issues, fringe benefit reporting processes, etc.

• Research and evaluate laws and regulations regarding taxes and payroll withholding procedures

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 1 year or more of related experience, education or training

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Finance or related field with 2 or more years of related experience, education or training
• Experience in a call center environment, Payroll, Finance or Human Resources
• Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
• Ability to be both flexible and adaptable
• Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and peers
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Analytical skills
• Data Analysis skills
• Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience in payroll administration
• Experience working in a customer service job
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of federal, state and local pay regulations
• Problem solving skills
• Proficient active listening skills
• Willingness to help others

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.  This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Finance, GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Accounting/Payroll, Customer Service/Account Manager, Finance, Human Resources

Job Opening ID:

00566983 People Payroll Compliance Specialist (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.