Payroll Specialist

📍 Pittsburgh, PA 15120 (Hybrid)

💲 $65,000–$70,000

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with federal and state regulations, and maintaining payroll records. The ideal candidate will have experience handling multi-state payroll, benefits administration, and payroll system management.

About The Company

• Well-established, family-owned organization with a strong presence across approximately 13 states
• Known for its commitment to quality, service, and creating a positive experience for both customers and employees
• Offers a collaborative, team-oriented culture with a focus on employee engagement and long-term career growth
• Continuously evolving organization that values innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence
• Strong emphasis on community involvement and giving back through various initiatives
  
  

Overview Of The Payroll Specialist Role

• Process high volume payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• The Payroll Specialist will maintain payroll records, ensuring accuracy in deductions, earnings, and taxes
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee payroll-related inquiries
• Stay up to date with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and ensure compliance
• The Payroll Specialist will collaborate with HR and Finance teams to manage benefits deductions and reporting
• Assist in payroll audits and prepare necessary reports
• The Payroll Specialist will support process improvements and system upgrades for payroll efficiency
  
  

Preferred Qualifications For The Payroll Specialist

• 4 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state environment
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems; UKG (UltiPro) preferred
• Understanding of federal and state payroll tax regulations
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis for payroll reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills