Payroll Specialist

HRG is an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.
We are actively seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our dedicated team of professionals in Harrisburg, PA . The Payroll Specialist will play a vital role in processing payroll, compliance and reporting, data entry and recordkeeping, and general administration and support functions. Key responsibilities include:

• Monitor and post weekly employee timesheets
• Process bi-weekly payroll including regular pay, bonuses, retroactive pay, garnishments, and excess pay
• Set-up and monitor earning and deduction codes as necessary and ensure proper tax codes are applied appropriately
• Review payroll register prior to submitting payroll to ensure accuracy
• Create and maintain employee records and related data
• Monitor employee tax setup in payroll and ensure correct codes are entered
• Manage Paid Time Off program, including employee accrual schedules, donations, etc.
• Generate and submit reports to the outsourced tax filer
• Process weekly & bi-weekly payroll reports
• Ensure compliance with appropriate state payroll and tax laws
• Manage registration of new states with the Secretary of State and Dept. of Revenue
• Enter daily cash receipts

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll and related functions; specifically in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Multi-state payroll experience a plus
• Experience working with Paycor payroll company a plus
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Previous experience working with ERP systems; preferably Deltek Vantagepoint
• Must be highly dependable, focused, organized and detailed-oriented, possessing excellent time management and communication skills
• Proven ability to effectively work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Must have a valid Driver's License to travel to meetings and/or regional office(s)
• Has the legal right to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG
Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people's everyday lives? Find out why it's #Good2bHRG :

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm's financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It's about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you'll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Comprehensive Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid leave, and more.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National-Recognition: HRG was the ENR 2021 MidAtlantic Design Firm of the Year, and we have received numerous awards at both the regional and national level. See more on our website
• Best Place to Work: HRG was recognized as one of the 2021 Best Places to Work in PA.

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