What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Payroll Specialist position at Shook, Hardy and Bacon?
Date Required:
Hourly Rate: $22.00
Length of Time for Assignment: About 2 months
Work Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Business Casual
Temporary Employee is responsible for arranging their own parking upon 1st day of hire.
The Temporary Payroll Specialist supports the accurate and timely processing of the firm's payroll during a defined assignment period. Under the direction of the Accounting Services Manager, this role assists with payroll processing, reconciliation, reporting, and employee inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll laws and maintaining strict confidentiality. This position is intended to provide short‑term operational support and does not include long‑term program ownership or policy‑setting responsibilities.
- Process regular and off‑cycle payroll transactions accurately and on schedule
- Calculate and record payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, and garnishments
- Assist with balancing payroll earnings, deductions, and net pay totals
- Support reconciliation of payroll system data to general ledger and bank statements
- Process manual checks and special payroll transactions as assigned
- Assist with preparation of payroll‑related reports (ad hoc, quarterly, and year‑end)
- Support compliance activities related to payroll checks, including unclaimed property reporting
- Respond to employee payroll questions professionally and confidentially, escalating issues as appropriate
- Maintain payroll records in accordance with firm policies and procedures
- Follow established payroll processes and internal controls
- Perform other payroll‑related duties as assigned based on business needs during the assignment
Salary : $22