JOB DESCRIPTION:
JOB TITLE: Payroll Specialist
EMPLOYER: God’s Love Outreach Ministries DEPARTMENT: Accounting and Finance EFFECTIVE DATE: 12/1/2025
SUMMARY: The payroll specialist is responsible for maintaining and supporting the payroll processes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Collects timesheet data and payroll information.
· Calculates salaries, wages, bonuses, and other compensation.
· Manage all deductions.
· Prepare and issue paychecks.
· Enters data into ADP.
· Calculates wages, benefits, tax deductions, commissions, etc.
· Prepares and processes paychecks and cash deposits.
· Maintains accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions.
· Prepares and distributes income statements.
· Responds to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
· Performs account balance and payroll reconciliations.
· Prepares financial reports for accounting and auditing purposes.
· Prepares periodic payroll reports for review by management.
· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
- Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and accounting teams.
- Stay up-to-date with labor law regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS
· High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, or related field preferred
· 3 + yeas of multi-state payroll processing experience.
· 3+ yeas of ADP WFN experience required.
· Strong knowledge in current labor laws.
· MS Office Suite proficiency: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
· Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and payroll practices.
· Experience working with accounting and payroll software.
· Strong organizational and time management skills.
· High numerical aptitude.
· Detail-oriented
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
COMPETENCIES
· Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
· Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
· Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
· Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
· Professionalism--Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
· Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.
· Ability to travel and work in an office environment.
· Ability to climb stairs multiple times a day and be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
· Ability to sit, rise, kneel, squat, twist, pull, bend multiple times a day.
· Ability to perform with repetitive maneuvers and manual dexterity.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
