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We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our Payroll team. Our group is responsible for processing US multi-state and Canadian multi-province payrolls and tax remittance while reporting in an accurate, compliant, and timely manner. We partner with HR, Legal, Finance, and others to ensure we're keeping pace with ever changing rules and regulations while providing a high-class user experience. Additionally, we collaborate with our Product Teams to move from strategy to execution, designing and enhancing business processes with simplicity and transparency while creating capacity for our business areas to move the business forward.
What you'll do - Payroll Processing Support - Support the payroll team with accurate system calculations and timely reporting of US and Canadian payroll including earnings, deductions, and adjustments to ultimately finalize net pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and other regulatory statues.
- Off Cycle Payroll Processing - Manage off-cycle payroll processing for US and Canadian paychecks issued outside of regular pay cycle. This includes review for direct deposits and returned funds, support in daily tax processing, and responding to questions and special requests from associates and regulatory agencies
- Garnishment Processing - Handle garnishment processing, including calculating and deducting court-orded garnishments from associate paychecks adhering to legal mandates, and federal and state regulations.
- Service - Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries and issues from associates promptly and professonally, providing exceptional customer service to meet the direct needs of our associates.
- System & Controls - Execute internal controls required for accurate payroll reporting and compliance. Balance operational and system controls to be able to meet critical payroll deadlines and ensure financial integrity of payroll programs. This includes proactive and ongoing research of payroll legislation changes and its applicability to our systems, our associates, and the firm.
- Continuous Improvement - Support the identification, planning, and/or execution of simple to moderately complex projects and process improvements while adhering to internal/external deadlines.
- Collaboration - Understand the broad span of influence which comes with handling confidential compensation information for every associate in Canada, and supporting strategic initiatives tied to payroll.
What you'll need - Bachelor's degree is required with an emphasis in Accountancy, Finance, or related field strongly preferred
- 3+ years of relevant work experience in payroll processes and compliance
- Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on intermediate to advanced Excel experience navigating and controlling large datasets
What will make you stand out - One or more certifications preferred, but not required.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
- CAN Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Experience working within payroll systems and processes including PeopleSoft, ADP, and time & labor system experience is a plus
Candidates that live within in a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office three days per week, with preference for Tuesday through Thursday. At Edward Jones, w e are building a place where everyone feels like they belong. We're proud of our associates' contributions to the firm and the recognitions we have received.
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At Edward Jones, we value and respect our associates and their contributions, and we recognize individual efforts through a rewards program that promotes a long-term career, financial security and well-being. Visit our career site to learn more about our total compensation approach, which in addition to base salary, typically includes benefits, bonuses and profit sharing. The salary range for this role is based on national data and actual pay is based on skills, experience, education, and other relevant factors for a potential new associate:
Salary: $59886 - $98752
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