Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Founded in 1981, Lanter Delivery Systems is a national logistics company and a leader in overnight, unattended delivery of auto, agricultural and industrial parts from their customer's distribution centers to dealer locations. In the 21st century we live in a business culture that demands cost and logistical efficiencies combined with increased productivity. Lanter's strategic, process driven approach has been embraced by the marketplace and is setting new standards in the automotive and agricultural manufacturing marketplace. We see a bright future on the road before us and we are very excited about bringing our solutions to a variety of new industries.

The ideal candidate will embody our company's Non-Negotiables:

• Walk in Humble Confidence - We are experts at what we do, but we never assume we know everything.
• Be Open, Honest and Respectful - We say what has to be said in a tactful, courteous way.
• Be Fearless - We never fail, we only learn.
• We are One Team - We achieve more together by collaboration and consensus.
• Delivery on Commitments - We do what we say we will do.
• We have a Passion to Serve - We are dedicated, hardworking individuals who provide exceptional service to our customers and to each other.

The payroll specialist is responsible for upkeep of the company's payroll system and day-to-day management of the payroll process. Duties include, verifying work hours, issuing appropriate deductions from wages or other earnings, organizing, and updating records regularly maintain accuracy and efficiency, providing information and answering team members questions about payroll-related matters, and ensuring each payroll is processed accurately and timely, according to the payroll schedule and all relevant federal, state, and local laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Display a positive attitude and provide courteous, friendly service to all internal team members and external clients by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries, requests, and complaints.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Lanter Delivery Systems Non-Negotiables and apply the concepts daily.
• Enter, process, and maintain up-to-date information in the payroll system, including team members hourly pay, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, tax deductions and withholdings, address changes, garnishments, and other information.
• Review and verify submitted timekeeping information; calculate/verify pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves, overtime, and other appropriate considerations.
• Administer payroll for all team members, ensuring proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
• Investigate and expedite resolution of payroll errors/discrepancies; issue or reissue physical or replacement checks/direct deposits due to confirmed company errors as quickly as possible.
• Calculate and/or coordinate unemployment and severance/final discharge payments.
• Record and process federal and state payroll tax deposits; manage incoming and outgoing W-2 forms to ensure compliance with tax season deadlines.
• Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
• Prepare reports for weekly, quarterly, and annual reviews and for all other purposes as needed or requested.
• Protect company assets and confidential information in accordance with company policies and procedures, including but not limited to client, team member, and proprietary company information.

Background and Experience:

• Proven success in payroll administration or similar position.
• Highly computer literate with demonstrated experience operating payroll systems.
• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience in ADP preferred

Lanter Delivery Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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