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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>Handles the various functions involved in the accurate and timely processing of Payroll for assigned pay groups within the Enterprise. Evaluates, monitors and coordinates any exception processing that may be required due to special instructions received by Payroll management, Human Resources, Benefits, Field Accounting and Field Clerical, such as pay adjustments. Responsible for the setup, maintenance and compliance of Field associates' tax records. Interacts daily with associates at all levels of management throughout the Enterprise, including field agents and district office clerks, to resolve problems or issues related to payroll or Company policies. Acts as a role model to Payroll Specialists by producing work with minimal errors and providing excellent customer service. 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Imports various pay data spreadsheets (i.e., parking, bus passes, commissions, bonuses, time (etime) etc. Reviews payroll audit reports prior to transmission to ADP & transmits after reviewing the payroll preview registers.</li>\n <li>Requires a thorough understanding of the processing and interrelationships of the following systems: Field Payroll, EFT, HRIS, W2, 1099, 401(k), CMOD, ADP Modules, Enterprise EV6, eTime, Employee Self Service and iReports/Quickview.</li>\n <li>Maintains filing of employee payroll records (i.e., W-4 forms, direct deposit forms, etc.). Receives and loads payroll reports into payroll system after processing is complete.</li>\n <li>Researches payroll EFTs that were returned or never received by financial institutions. 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