Payroll Specialist
Augusta, GA
General Shale, the nation’s leading masonry materials manufacturer is seeking a Payroll Specialist for our corporate location in Augusta, GA. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for a variety of payroll-related functions for our North American companies, including:
- Processing various multi-state/province payrolls timely, efficiently, and accurately
- Demonstrating familiarity with, and correctly adhering to tax laws
- Monitoring and assisting with wage attachment/garnishment order specifications
- Maintaining a variety of payroll and employee records
- Responding to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or HR concerns
- Analyzing and preparing various reports
- Maintaining a high level of confidentiality
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related curriculum preferred but not required
- Experience with UKG (formerly known as Ultimate Software and Kronos) preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook)
- Strong analytical skills and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Highly autonomous and self-motivated individual, with sound judgement and strong initiative
- Confidential financial information handling
- Great communication and problem-solving skills
Why Join General Shale?
- Opportunity to support employees across a leading national manufacturing organization.
- Collaborative and team-oriented HR environment.
- Ability to contribute to employee experience, compliance, and strategic benefits initiatives.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
