Payroll Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Albany-Academy Main-NRFS - Albany, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $27.00 - $30.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, As a Payroll Specialist, you will process bi-weekly payroll and expense reimbursements, maintaining payroll files and systems, managing payroll deductions, preparing general ledger entries and reconciling accounts, and processing payroll reports. You will report to the Finance Manager and you will work onsite.Responsibilities: Process employee timecards, which includes verifying hours and proper coding and preparing for upload into the payroll batch including processing of employee reimbursement requests. Maintain payroll web-based system, which includes entering data, processing data, processing checks, and reports. Process all benefit reports which includes health insurance, taxes, disability insurances, garnishments, and retirement contributions for payment including reconciling benefits to the payroll register. Audit general ledger payroll accounts and prepare any journal entries applicable to payroll. Process and verify quarterly and annual reports, including quarterly 941 reports. Keep accurate files on all employee payroll changes as provided by the HR Department. Maintain accurate account of employees’ leave balances and distribute reports. Maintain an accurate recording system for all payroll records. Bi-weekly reporting of overtime and FTE data to management. Train staff on processes and procedures related to payroll. Coordinate with program staff and managers for optimal payroll system reporting usage.Requirements and Education: At least three to four years of related experience preferredBenefits Health care package: medical, dental, and vision  Tuition reimbursement  Paid time off  Holiday Pay  401 (K) plan  Life Insurance   Loan repayment assistance  Free training/CEU opportunitiesAbout Northern RiversAt Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger!  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work.Qualifications: