Freedom Solar Power Hiring for Sr. Payroll Clerk Job at Austin, TX Full Time

Freedom Solar Power is the tenth-largest solar installer in the U.S. Founded in Austin in 2007, we now serve Texas, Colorado, Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia! Our residential and commercial solar reputation is based on our dedication to quality and service. At Freedom Solar Power, our mission is to empower everyone to get clean, affordable, and reliable energy from the sun. We take great pride in living by these 6 core values every day:

• Pride in Quality Craftsmanship

• Go Above and Beyond

• Put People First

• Have a Humble Heart

• Give a Damn

• Shoot Straight

Our mission is the heart of who we are! It’s part of why we’ve been voted Best Places to Work in 2019 and 2020 by the Austin and Houston Business Journals!

Freedom Solar Power is looking for a Payroll Specialist. The ideal candidate will be reporting to the Payroll Manager and assisting in the approval of timecards, completion of timesheets, and ensuring all payroll deadlines are met. Working alongside the Payroll Manager, you must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to work in a fast-paced work environment. This position will work on-site (NOT remote) out of our Austin, TX Headquarters.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Review, edit, and approve employees’ timekeeping through ADP before processing payroll.

• Follow up with employees/managers for missed punches to ensure appropriate allocation of labor.

• Gather and enter payroll data and timesheets promptly which will be reported to the Payroll Team.

• Work with company database systems to prepare and submit weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now.

• Create and run reports using ADP reporting.

• Prepare reports to relevant departments about payroll, and company budgets.

• Research discrepancies, audit, and work with project teams to resolve issues before payroll.

• Assist employees in staying compliant with policies and procedures.

• Receive, enter, answer, and maintain garnishments by federal and state requirements.

• Responsible for updating employee pay records, and maintaining the confidentiality of all employees and payroll records.

• Other responsibilities and duties as defined from time to time by the Payroll Manager

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5-7 years related payroll experience.

• Proven experience in a payroll position in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

• Prior administrative experience is strongly preferred.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, 1+ years experience in an office environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, and COMPETENCY:

• Ability to work independently under general direction.

• Proficient knowledge of Excel.

• Excellent verbal and written communication and people skills.

• Ability to maintain confidential information.

• Process and detail-oriented; great team player.

• Great Multi-tasking abilities.

• Ability to work with diverse and strong personalities to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

BENEFITS: Freedom Solar recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Weekly Pay Dates!

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, and 100% company-sponsored Short Term Disability.

• 401K employer matching

• 3 Weeks PTO

• 8+ Paid Holidays

• Team Building!

• Upward mobility!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Austin, TX 78744: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location