Global Payroll Specialist

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Job description

Overview:
RTI International (RTI) is both a global research institute and a leading international development organization. We combine these powerful capabilities with those of our partners to co-create smart, shared solutions for a more prosperous, equitable, and resilient world. Based in North Carolina, USA, RTI is one of the top implementing partners of projects funded through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). A commitment to making meaningful change energizes our 6,000 staff who deliver results across eight international development sectors and in more than 80 countries.

RTI International is seeking a Global Payroll Specialist responsible for performing all activities necessary to process domestic and international payrolls, including maintaining related records, filing tax reports and voluntary deduction reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments, preparing accounting transactions and documents, documenting and updating procedures, and preparing special reports for management.

Responsibilities:
- Perform all necessary activities to complete semimonthly and monthly payroll; including, but not limited to, time collection, new hires, terminations, PTO balances, tax forms, garnishments, retro pay, overtime pay, deductions, international allowances, bonuses, off-cycle checks, check delivery, direct deposit, etc.

- Resolve and respond to payroll processing and employee payroll issues.

- Respond to outside requests for payroll information such as employment and wage verifications, garnishment inquiries, tax notices, etc.

- Ensure confidentiality and security of payroll files, systems and reports in compliance with various governmental regulations.

- Assist with responses to audit, regulatory and general ledger inquiries. Prepare journal entries. Assist with quarter and year end processing.

- Preparation of relevant and requested management reports and audits.

- Assist with system tax updates and testing.

- Adhere to standard operating procedures.

- Assist and support additional projects as assigned.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma and 4 years of experience, Associate's Degree and 0 years of experience, or equivalent combination of
education and experience.

Skills:

- Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Ability to listen and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

- Ability to effectively work independently and within teams.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient knowledge of payroll tax and labor laws, garnishment requirements, payroll recordkeeping and reporting regulations.
- Understanding of HIPAA and FLSA regulations.
- Understanding of Payroll and reporting systems.

Specialist Skills:

- Data Capturing
- Payroll Processing
- General Ledger (G-L)
- Finance and Accounting Platforms
- Internal Audit
- Payroll Platforms
- Internal Controls
- Finance and Accounting Trends
- Financial Record Keeping
- Payroll Reporting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Payroll Taxes

Capabilities:

- Process-Oriented
- Digital Agility
- Impact Management
- Planning and Organizing
- Diligence
- People-Centricity
- Problem-Solving
- Detail Attentive

EEO & Pay Equity Statements:
For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available

RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.

Hiring Salary Range:
$52,000-$64,000

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