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Southwest Research Institute · 1 month ago

ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - Payroll

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

0+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is seeking an Associate Specialist for their Payroll Team, responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees. The role involves processing time-sheets, employee setups, and leave processing, while also assisting with various payroll inquiries.

Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct the payroll portion of orientation

Process timekeeping security and Service Contract Act updates

Work with our Employee Services department on FMLA, LTD and worker's compensation claims

Perform employment and wage verifications, submit new hire reporting and process wage garnishments

Work with Human Resources department on FMLA and LTD processing

Process Employee election changes for retirement/direct deposit/W-4 forms, returned ACH payroll deposits, employee updates to include name changes, separating employees, and deductions

Have the ability to learn and work with a wide range of software in order to perform various accounting functions

Strive to identify process improvements and have good oral and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of employees and various functional departments to maximize efficiency, problem solving, and outcomes

Qualification

Payroll processesMicrosoft OfficeAccounting knowledgeFinance knowledgeHuman Resources knowledgeCommunication skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Requires a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Human Resources. Those without a Bachelors degree must have 5 years of directly related professional level experience

0-5 years: Experience with personal computers with an ability to type and efficiently operate a 10-key. Proficiency in Microsoft Office

0-5 years: Knowledge of general business practices and procedures with an ability to maintain organization of assignments to meet tight deadlines

0-5 years: Must be able to exercise discretion and independent judgment. Employees are expected to practice confidentiality

0-5 years: Must be able to exercise diligence, and attention to detail in the completion of assigned tasks and projects

A valid/clear driver's license is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen