POET
Payroll Specialist
Sioux Falls, SD
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 hours ago
C++TaxHRHRISCustomer SupportResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingTime ManagementAdaptability
About the role
- Review and verify payroll tax data each payroll cycle to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Handle timesheet revisions and time-related inquiries.
- Process personal address or office location changes and update employee tax elections to ensure accurate employee and employer tax withholding.
Responsibilities
- Most of our Sioux Falls office workspace consists of an open-concept design intended to promote open communication and collaboration.
- Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value.
- Manage all aspects of multi-state payroll processing on a bi-weekly schedule.
- Process child support orders and wage garnishments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with the Corporate Tax team on payroll-related processes, filings, reporting, and audit inquiries. Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring timely integration into the HRIS and payroll systems.
- Drive the development of best practices and Standard Operating Procedures for internal Payroll processes as well as timesheet and other resources for team members and leaders.
- For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.
- We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Finance, Business, or Human Resources Management.
- Associate's degree will be considered with applicable experience.
- No experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience.
- Workday experience is required.
- Must demonstrate a strong understanding of payroll concepts, practices, processing procedures, and applicable federal and state tax laws.
- Applying in-depth knowledge of company policies to ensure payroll processing is fully compliant with all applicable regulations.
Nice to have
- 2 or more years of payroll experience.
- Experience with Workday or a similar HRIS is preferred.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
Skills
- Understanding compensation structures and benefits administration is a plus.
- Integrity, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality
- A customer-focus with a positive, approachable demeanor
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptability and openness to change
- For eligible team members
Compensation
- Set up new state and local tax configurations within the HRIS as needed. Update and maintain annual unemployment tax rates in the HRIS.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
- Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours available on day ONE!
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person - mentally, physically, and spiritually
- This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.
- It's the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way.
- Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
- Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
Company info
- At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success.
- At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible.
Equal opportunity
- POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
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