Payroll Specialist

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Payroll Supervisor, you will be crucial in ensuring the smooth processing of weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for Union and Non-Union, Salaried, and Hourly employees. Your expertise will be vital in managing our payroll database and supporting users with Time & Attendance.

• Processes weekly and bi-weekly payrolls (hourly & salaried), including information related to new hires, terminations, salary continuances, garnishments, and bonus & incentive payments.
• Maintains payroll database, including program modifications, additions, and/or deletions to earnings/deductions fields.
• Responds to day-to-day employee inquiries accurately using strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Works with Benefits teams to ensure accurate benefits deductions and record keeping.
• Maintain and help users with the Time & Attendance system during payroll processing.
• Reconciles pay cycle.
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• High school diploma required
• Minimum of 3 years of automated payroll processing experience for a multi-state organization, with basic knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and payroll-related accounting principles
• Experience with SAP payroll strongly preferred
• Excellent Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal skills are essential
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Must be capable of multi-tasking and working independently as well as in a team environment

Salary: $28.19 - $41.29 hourly. A starting hourly rate higher than $28.19 annually is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

Ryerson offers eligible employees the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Telehealth and Wellness Programs
• Annual or Sales incentive plan where applicable