In-office preferred, hybrid eligible

SUMMARY: Process and oversee the payroll life cycle and maintain accurate employee records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and submit biweekly payroll in ADP.
• Collect bank information for direct deposit setup.
• Process garnishments and child support orders.
• Maintain and document all payroll records.
• Reconcile the general ledger against payroll transactions.
• Process monthly benefit billings with carriers.
• Prepare Quarterly and Annual tax filings for Federal and State
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns.
• Prepare reports for Finance, leadership team and other various teams.
• Assist with related special projects and other duties, as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field with 5 years of payroll experience in a large company preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge of taxation regulations and multi-state payroll requirements.
• Knowledge of accounting and payroll software.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and mathematical skills.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.
• Knowledge of advanced Microsoft Office tools, such as Excel.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• None.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, use hands to fingers, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance and stoop.
• Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 25 pounds.
• Required to use close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Physical presence at company workplace required.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to individuals with disabilities who are qualified. We will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who are qualified, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. A written request must be given to Human Resources.

At Forum Communications Company, our legacy is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of communication to connect and inform people in the communities we serve. Since 1917, everything we do is driven by creating and sharing information, ideas and insights.

Today, we're a leading media and technology company that's home to a family of people whose passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals and having fun.

Come for the perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives for all employees. Additional perks for full-time positions include: comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave for qualifying employees.

Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive, creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.