Payroll Specialist (Temp)

Twist Bioscience is seeking a qualified Payroll Specialist. The Specialist will primarily handle tasks related to payroll and human resources using ADP WFN. This position will support the payroll function and benefit administration for our US payroll team. They will report directly to the Sr. Payroll Specialist and will be responsible for many Finance and payroll related functions relating to onboarding, offboarding, benefits, employee training using ADP.

What You’ll Be Doing

Enter and import new hires, employee changes, terminations, leaves of absence, benefit deductions, garnishments, and 401(k) plan

Acting as our point of contact for all employees pay and benefit queries, investigating, and resolving all matters as required in a timely fashion.  Partner with PEO and HR to ensure benefits are accurate for new hires as well as any employees requesting life event changes.

Responding professionally to queries from HR Business Partners and employees at all levels, communicating clearly and effectively

Assisting US employees with benefits. Help our employees during the transition of enrolling in benefits i.e., new hires and open enrollment

Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of personnel records in ADP, Fidelity, and our benefit vendors

Assist with all journal entries associated with regular payrolls, off-cycle runs and any accruals for monthly benefits.

Work in SAP to load journal entries and assist department with analyzing accruals and FLUX during close

Respond to unemployment claims

Work with the Leave of Absence team in HR to ensure semi-monthly payroll is accurate.

Assist with 401(k) Audits

Work with the Pay Rate Changes team in HR to ensure timely updates for payroll periods.

Work with the payroll team to manage Time and Attendance for hourly employees as well as PTO approval tracking for salaried employees.

Attend weekly new hire orientation giving new hires guidance on ADP accounts, 401(k) eligibility to begin the trek navigating all payroll related tasks.

Follow regulatory and ISO 13485 requirements

What You’ll Bring to the Team

BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience working in HR/Payroll Environment

Previous experience with ADP WFN and Time and Attendance module in ADP

Excellent computer skills in Excel, Word, Email, Calendering for Payroll

Ability to work with outside vendors for leave of absence, benefits

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Strong oral and written communication skills

High Level of Attention to Detail

Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups

Ability to maintain high level of organization for self and others

Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks

Ability to remain flexible and responsive when faced with multiple urgent requests

Must be Customer Service Oriented and Team-Oriented

Ability to Maintain Confidentiality a must

Must be adaptable to changing environments and open to taking on challenging projects

The base cash compensation for this California-based role is below. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package. Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate skill, experience, expertise, and location and may vary from the amount listed above. Compensation may be different in other locations.

San Francisco Bay Area Pay Range

$38—$40 USD