Payroll Representative - Secaucus, United States - The Hartz Mountain Corporation

Description

Payroll Representative

About Hartz:

We are motivated by our passion for pets. Hartz is a leading brand in pet care for over 95 years.

Our brand has a high consumer awareness level and is considered one of the most trusted brands in the US.

That's because we truly understand the bond between consumers and their pets, and strive to provide products that help give pets Unconditional Love.

Hartz holds category leadership position in most categories in which it competes, including Wet Cat Treats, Flea & Tick treatment, Dog Pads, Natural Dog Treats, Grooming, and Toys.

We emphasize product-category driving innovation to stay on the leading edge of superior pet care - so pets can have a healthier, happier, and longer life

Hartz is a place where everyone can succeed.

We are proud to offer an inclusive, welcoming and diverse work culture that honors everyone's unique experiences, perspectives, and identity.

Together, we share our love for pets, and aim to hire talented individuals who want to make an impact in the workplace.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and 401(k) match with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life & Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO, Paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and other perks
• Opportunity to learn and develop

The Role
The Payroll Representative performs all activities related to the processing of the Company's bi-weekly payroll and maintains related records.

A Payroll Clerk, or Payroll Administrator, process employees' paychecks by collecting their payroll data and timesheets.

Their duties include verifying employees' work hours and payment through the payroll system, issuing deductions, earnings and other statements to employees and updating payroll records regularly.

If this role interests you to work at Hartz, we encourage you to apply.


Your Responsibilities

• Assumes the Payroll Manager responsibilities in their absence including oversight of the payroll process, preparing reports, system maintenance and regulatory compliance
• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, taxing jurisdictions and other information
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and other deductions.
• Applies for and sets up taxing jurisdictions when establishing employment in a new State
• Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Monitors payroll liabilities by reviewing payroll runs to identify any discrepancies
• Reviews the biweekly general ledger interface to identify any discrepancies and advises management accordingly
• Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing data to determine corrective action
• Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests
• Facilitates audits by regulatory agencies
• Updates payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, savings deduction, and employee information
• Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors
• Perform other duties as assigned

You Need to Have

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• A minimum of two years payroll processing experience with extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes
• Proficient with payroll software, Paylocity experience is strongly preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Hartz is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid work
• Office

Application Question(s):

• Are you proficient in payroll software?
• Are you proficient with Microsoft Office?
• What is your desired salary including bonus?

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (required)
• Paylocity: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Secaucus, NJ required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Secaucus, NJ 07094: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Secaucus, NJ 07094