About the job
Unusual Machines seeks a Payroll Specialist in Orlando, Florida to ensure employees receive accurate and timely pay. This position plays a key role in maintaining confidentiality, compliance, and trust across the organization. The Payroll Specialist manages sensitive payroll information and supports both staff and leadership with professionalism.
What you will do
- Process payroll on schedule for different employee groups, reviewing timesheets, earnings, deductions, and adjustments for accuracy.
- Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure all activities comply with federal, state, and local laws.
- Respond to payroll-related questions from employees promptly and professionally.
- Reconcile payroll reports, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end close tasks.
- Manage garnishments, tax withholdings, and other deductions as required.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance on updates related to employees, benefits, and compensation.
- Support payroll audits and keep documentation organized.
- Look for ways to improve payroll processes and increase efficiency.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for all employees.
- Stay informed about payroll laws, tax requirements, and company policies to maintain compliance.
- Process new hires, terminations, and employee changes in payroll systems.
- Reconcile payroll data across systems and reports.
- Handle payroll tax filings, deductions, and required reporting.
- Work closely with HR and Finance to keep compensation and benefits data consistent.
- Protect confidential employee information at all times.
- Provide documentation and support during audits.
- Recommend and help implement improvements for greater payroll accuracy and efficiency.
