Payroll Specialist

About the role: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of company payroll while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role supports payroll operations by maintaining employee records, administering benefit and tax deductions, and assisting with payroll reporting and reconciliations. The Payroll Specialist works collaboratively with HR, Benefits, and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience.

Why Eagle Creek?

• A comprehensive benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) match.
•  Eleven paid holidays per year, plus a competitive PTO schedule and time off to volunteer or give back to your community.
• Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart.
• Tuition Reimbursement as well as access to trainings & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development.

What you’ll do:

• Process regular payroll cycles (weekly/bi-weekly, as applicable) accurately and on schedule
• Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and deductions
• Administer benefit deductions, 401(k) contributions, garnishments, and tax withholdings
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Review payroll reports to identify discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and support general ledger coordination with Finance
• Prepare and process off-cycle payments, bonuses, and adjustments as needed
• Support quarterly and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information
• Assist with audits and maintain organized payroll documentation
• Assist with payroll system updates, testing, and implementation initiatives

What skills & experience you’ll need:

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of payroll processing experience
• Experience processing multi-state payroll preferred

Knowledge & Skills:

• Working knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Effective communication and customer service skills