Payroll Specialist at Tailwind Deli News & Gifts Inc – Wilmington, North Carolina

Position Title: Payroll Specialist

Reports to: Corporate Controller

About the role:

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing and supporting payroll operations across multiple states and legal entities. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll execution while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Payroll Specialist will also assist in training staff on payroll procedures and systems, with a strong focus on using ADP Workforce Now.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll for employees in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and deductions
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies
• Calculate wages, overtime, and quarterly and annual bonuses
• Manage payroll-related deductions such as benefits, taxes, and garnishment
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Work with accounting to post each payroll to the general ledger
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and deductions
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data

Qualifications:

• Degree in accounting or related field preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in multi-state and multi-unit payroll processing
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and software (e.g., ADP Workforce Now)
• Understanding of wage and hour laws and tax regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• • Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• • Spot-On, Teamwork, Google Suite, and Restaurant 365 experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Work at a desk and use a computer 6-8 hours per day.
• Perform with frequent interruptions and/or distractions

Pay: Competitive Salary

Tailwind Concessions is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact our HR department.