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Payroll Specialist

Spurwink Services
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/4/2027

This position contributes to the mission of Spurwink by ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of financial information. The Payroll Specialist, under the general supervision of the Payroll Manager, is responsible for processing the organization's bi-weekly payroll ensuring the accurate payment and reporting of staff wages.

This is a full-time hourly Monday through Friday position.

DUTIES:

  • Process the bi-weekly payroll for all Spurwink Services employees. 
  • Process paper checks for distribution as necessary. 
  • Maintain compliance with changing tax codes and payroll related regulations. 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all payroll and employee data. 
  • Assist with the annual financial audit as well as the yearly self-insured worker's compensation audit. 
  • Maintain communication with management and staff via Payroll email box. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in Finance/Business and/or applied knowledge and experience in the area of payroll. A minimum of (2) years' experience with payroll processing using an electronic payroll processing system in an organization of equivalent size.

Competitive Benefits Package:

  • Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
  • Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
  • Scholarships to ME Community Colleges
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
  • Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
  • Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Flexibility of Schedules
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Opportunity for Same Day Pay
  • Health Plan Enrollees – Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More)

Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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