Payroll Specialist

Resource Innovations is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our growing HR team.   We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Payroll Specialist with a strong background in multi-jurisdictional payroll to join our dynamic team. As a Payroll Specialist you will be responsible for managing and executing payroll processes for employees located across various states within the U.S., as well as Canada and Puerto Rico. This role requires a deep understanding of multi-state and international payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, while providing exceptional service to employees. 

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing:
• Process payroll for employees across multiple U.S. states, Canada, and Puerto Rico, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
• Verify and reconcile payroll data, including timekeeping records, salary adjustments, bonuses, and deductions.
• Compliance and Reporting:
• Stay up-to-date with federal, state, and international payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Ensure payroll tax compliance by preparing and filing payroll tax returns, and managing year-end processes.
• Generate and distribute payroll reports, including earnings statements, tax summaries, and other relevant documentation.
• Employee Support:
• Address payroll-related inquiries and issues from employees, providing clear and accurate information.
• Resolve discrepancies related to employee compensation, benefits, and deductions.
• Educate employees on payroll processes and procedures, fostering understanding and compliance.
• Systems and Data Management:
• Utilize payroll software and systems to process payroll and maintain employee records.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of payroll data by implementing and adhering to data security protocols.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing, with a focus on multi-state and international payroll.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and international payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Proficiency in Paylocity and ADP payroll software and systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred skills, education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or equivalent certification is a plus.

Benefits

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on candidate's qualifications. Resource Innovations also offers three weeks paid vacation per year, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with employee matching funds, a discretionary bonus and an overall comprehensive benefits package.

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change.

Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.

The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.