Kforce has a client in Chesterfield, MO that is seeking a Payroll Specialist. Summary: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing, validation and produce accurate pay to employees in accordance with the instructions and adjustments provided by HR. Also, the payroll specialist should maintain accurate data and ensure that payroll deductions and reporting comply with the local requirements in country. The Payroll Specialist has a range of duties that includes a high-volume multi-state payroll, assisting with resolving state and local tax issues. Responsibilities: * Compilation and processing of transactional payroll advice by HR * Process payroll requirements on a frequency basis (biweekly, semimonthly monthly, yearly, advance pay) * Multi- Jurisdiction payroll tax/regulatory knowledge experience required * Canadian payroll and tax experience preferred * Multi-state US payroll experience required * Prepare and processing of Full and Final Settlement/Pay * Ensure accuracy of statutory calculation for local reporting and compliance * Ensure accuracy of other payments and deductions processed via payroll * Deliver accurate payroll reports both internal and external * Remittance of payments to tax authorities, government offices and 3rd parties * Adhere to payroll process steps and controls * Ability to reconcile payroll accounts * Balance and Post journal entries * Manage employees inquires/request * Maintain direct ownership of task/projects * Knowledge of Kronos or other timekeeping system helpful * Able to set up and process Garnishments for multi-state * Collaborate with A/P, Accounting and Human Resources