Payroll Specialist II - Discount Tire

Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. Our business has been growing for more than 60 years and now is the best time in our history to join us. We are opening more locations every year and we are always looking for qualified individuals to join us in our growth. We are a company that promotes from within, both in our retail and corporate operations.

Under immediate supervision, compiles and processes full-cycle, multi-state, high-volume weekly payroll in accordance with Company standards and procedures and applicable federal, state and local regulations. Maintains accurate payroll records and related documentation. Embodies IOOGA (Integrity, Our People, Our Customers, Growth and Attitude).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compiles and processes all weekly payroll data for multiple states in a timely and accurate manner; including gathering and reviewing all paid hours prior to processing payroll through time and attendance system.
• Processes changes affecting payroll including, but not limited to, tax withholdings, direct deposit information, tire, wheel and clothing charges within the Human Capital Management (HCM) system.
• Processes adjustments to pay changes, tax changes, benefit changes and direct deposit changes within the HCM system.
• Verifies gifts and/or bonus amounts.
• Reviews wages and other payroll information for accuracy, research discrepancies and corrects errors.
• Prepares final checks.
• Compiles audits, including, but not limited to, periodic hour reports, earnings, taxes, deductions and electronic timecards; provides input for new and/or revised audits.
• Research uncashed paychecks, deductions and other payroll related matters; escalates to Assistant Manager.
• Communicates with stores and regions regarding payroll adjustments.
• Maintains accurate electronic and paper payroll files and other record keeping.
• Organizes paychecks and advices for distribution to employees.
• Participates in issuing annual W-2 documents and provides duplicates as requested.
• Research quarterly and annual tax exceptions.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and regulations affecting payroll; ensures practices, procedures and reporting are in compliance.
• Stays current on the latest industry technologies, trends and strategies.
• Assists employees, vendors and customers by answering questions related to payroll.
• Completes work in a timely and accurate manner while providing exceptional customer service.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• This position requires a minimum of three years progressive in-house payroll experience, including experience with multi-state payroll. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel is required.
• Workday or other HCM system experience is required. Kronos or other time and attendance system experience is required.
• Good collaboration and relationship building skills are required.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure, accurately meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently is essential.
• Must be able to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Customer service skills including the ability to manage and respond to different customer situations while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude is essential.
• The ability to work within a team is crucial.
• Strong attention to detail with proven mathematical skills is crucial. In addition, troubleshooting, organizational and problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude and the ability to adjust to changing requirements are essential.
• Maintaining confidentiality, treating others with respect and upholding Company values is key. 

Education Requirements:

This position requires a high school diploma or GED. Additional college level accounting or business-related classes are preferred.

Discount Tire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.