Payroll Specialist

The Opportunity For Payroll Specialist

You’ll have the chance to step into a visible position where payroll isn’t just transactional—you’re a key partner to HR, Accounting, and employees across the organization. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with systems, and making sure people get paid accurately and on time (every time), this is a strong fit.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-impact position with visibility across HR and Accounting
• Opportunity to take ownership of payroll and improve processes
• Stable, consistent function with long-term career growth
• Team that values accuracy, responsiveness, and collaboration
  
  

Responsibilities Of Payroll Specialist

Own the Payroll Process

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for a multi-state employee base
• Ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant with federal, state, and local regulations
• Review and audit payroll data including wages, deductions, bonuses, and commissions
• Maintain and update employee payroll records (new hires, terminations, changes)
• Process garnishments, levies, and other withholdings
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate payroll reports
  
  

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies
• Assist with payroll tax filings, W-2s, and year-end processing
• Support internal and external audits as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of payroll experience, ideally in a multi-state environment
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, taxes, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, or similar
• High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
• Strong communication skills—someone employees trust to get it right
  
  

Salary up to $90K

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