Payroll Administrator

Company: Pearson
Location: Charleston
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose - to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world's leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.Position Summary:The Payroll Administrator is part of a team that is responsible for payroll processing for customers located across the country. This role supports internal customers with payroll questions and is responsible for ensuring the semi-monthly payroll cycle deadlines are met. Performs a variety of duties involving payroll processing including receiving, reviewing, entering, auditing and payroll data; and ensures adherence to established payroll policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. We require that employees have the appropriate means to work remotely, including adherence to our work at home policies regarding home office setup.Responsibilities may include: Performs payroll-related functions including but not limited to semi-monthly payroll processing, auditing and maintenance Performs payroll tax related activities to ensure the accurate and timely administration of all federal, state and local withholdings, remittances, reconciliations, and reporting Process position changes and leave of absence payments Conduct regular payroll review process and routine audits each pay cycle Processes payroll requests, W-4 changes, address changes Create tax locations and work with tax agencies to register local tax codes Resolve employee concerns regarding payroll questions and issues Oversee special projects and pay programs Assist with various research projects and/or special projects Assist Finance and Compliance departments with school audits Requirements: Three or more years of payroll processing experience Excellent software skills, especially with Microsoft Office Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent customer service skills Superior problem solving skills Ability to work effectively both with and without supervision Highly detail-oriented and analytical This will be a remote opportunityThe position is open to applicants in any state, and hourly rates, while generally between $20/hr and $25/hr may vary depending on a location's minimum wage. The anticipated starting hourly wage for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $20/hr. This position is not eligible to participate in an incentive program.Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/Job: FINANCEOrganization: North America ConnectionsSchedule: FULL_TIMEReq ID: 641

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