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Attention: Caleb Gabel, Director of Marketing
Payroll Specialist
Full Time | Cedar Falls, IA
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be the organization's subject matter expert for payroll administration while also supporting compensation programs, HR systems, workforce analytics, and Total Rewards initiatives.
This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, improving processes, and contributing to strategic people initiatives. You'll play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while helping leadership make informed workforce decisions through meaningful reporting and analysis.
What you'll do
- Process payroll accurately and on time while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
- Review and audit payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and provide support to employees and leaders regarding payroll questions.
- Administer compensation programs, including salary reviews, market benchmarking, and annual compensation planning.
- Maintain HRIS and payroll data integrity and generate workforce reports and analytics to support business decisions.
- Support leave administration, compliance reporting, and payroll-related recordkeeping.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the employee experience.
Smartbox is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender, medical status (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Smartbox makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through your rights under the EEO.
Submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of:
Rachel Guy, Director of HR
Key skills for this position
- 1 year of previous payroll experience required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
What we do at Smartbox
Smartbox is a leading provider of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Devices, training, and support. Together, we provide a voice for those affected by the communication and physical challenges of autism, ALS, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, stroke and many other similar conditions.
What we offer our employees
Our benefits and culture are focused on providing a work/life integration to best support our team. The benefits offered for this role include:
- 401k Plan with 3% Employer Contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off - 23 days annually (prorated first year)
- 10 Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday
- Paid Parental, Adoption, & Foster Care Leave
- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, & Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Dependent Care Account & Flex Spending Account
- Voluntary Life Insurance & Disability Insurance Coverages
- Supportive & Collaborative Culture
- Annual performance-based merit increases exceeding national average
- Growing Company with Internal Opportunities
- Training and Education Provided, including Professional and Personal Wellness
- Community Involvement
Compensation
Starting salary of $42,000-45,000
Payroll Specialist
Full Time | Cedar Falls, IA
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be the organization's subject matter expert for payroll administration while also supporting compensation programs, HR systems, workforce analytics, and Total Rewards initiatives.
This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, improving processes, and contributing to strategic people initiatives. You'll play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while helping leadership make informed workforce decisions through meaningful reporting and analysis.
What You'll Do:
- Process payroll accurately and on time while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
- Review and audit payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and provide support to employees and leaders regarding payroll questions.
- Administer compensation programs, including salary reviews, market benchmarking, and annual compensation planning.
- Maintain HRIS and payroll data integrity and generate workforce reports and analytics to support business decisions.
- Support leave administration, compliance reporting, and payroll-related recordkeeping.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the employee experience.
Requirements:
- 1 year of previous payroll experience, required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
Submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of:
Rachel Guy, Director of HR
Key skills for this position
- 1 year of previous payroll experience, required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
What we do at Smartbox
Smartbox is a leading provider of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Devices, training, and support. Together, we provide a voice for those affected by the communication and physical challenges of autism, ALS, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, stroke and many other similar conditions.
What we offer our employees
Our benefits and culture are focused on providing a work/life integration to best support our team. The benefits offered for this role include:
- 401k Plan with 3% Employer Contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off - 23 days annually (prorated first year)
- 10 Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday
- Paid Parental, Adoption, & Foster Care Leave
- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, & Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Dependent Care Account & Flex Spending Account
- Voluntary Life Insurance & Disability Insurance Coverages
- Supportive & Collaborative Culture
- Annual performance-based merit increases exceeding national average
- Growing Company with Internal Opportunities
- Training and Education Provided including Professional and Personal Wellness
- Community Involvement
Compensation
Starting salary of $42,000-45,000
Smartbox is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender, medical status (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Smartbox makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through your rights under the EEO.