About The Opportunity

Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) and Hearst Communications, Inc. are looking to hire motivated individuals that have an interest in a fulfilling career as a Payroll Specialist. Hearst is a leading global, diversified media, information and services company with more than 360 businesses.

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support the Shared Financial Services Payroll operations. The position is a highly valued individual on the Payroll team and plays an integral role in the day-to-day payroll operations. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter who takes ownership of their responsibilities. In return, we will offer you a challenging role in an international organization with ample opportunities for growth. This position is based in Charlotte, NC. Come join us!

Responsibilities:

• Work with ADP and our units processing regular and off cycle payroll runs.
• Payroll Processing under very tight deadlines.
• Process/monitor off cycle payments.
• Monitor Payroll inbox support within ADP system, able to respond to ADP tickets and report issues.
• Proficient in report creation in ADP.
• Support monthly/ quarterly reconciliations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2 – 5 years payroll experience.
• Experience with ADP Global View Platform preferred.
• SAP experience desired.
• Knowledge of multi-state tax.
• Detailed oriented and organized.
• Ability to work under time pressure, to prioritize workload, and meet strict deadlines.
• Self-motivated and a team player with a positive attitude.

Duration:

• Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)

Salary:

• $29.80/Hour

Benefits:

• Free Individual Health Insurance
• Free Training (Program specific)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Company Holidays
• Education Assistance/Reimbursement (Toward first degree - Bachelors/Associates)
• Individual Mentor 
• 401k Retirement Savings

Location:

• Hybrid (current): Split schedule between Remote and On-Site work
  • The hybrid policy will continue for the foreseeable future. Candidates must be available to shift to a full On-Site work schedule, if required
• Candidates must be within 30 miles of the Hearst location in Ballentyne, NC ( a neighborhood of Charlotte, NC)

About WOS

Founded in 2005, Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) is a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to developing the skills of untapped talent from historically underrepresented communities through partnerships with organizations dedicated to diversifying their workforce. This includes people of color, women, veterans, first-generation college graduates, and early-career aspirants.

Utilizing a scientifically-based model derived from research conducted at Columbia University, we recruit, educate, train, and place high-potential candidates with leading organizations around the world. To date, WOS has served 6000+ individuals through partnerships with more than 65 corporations in 60+ locations worldwide. For more information, visit wforce.org