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Position Description

Payroll Specialist (Entry Level)

Location: St. Louis Park, MN
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Entry-Level Payroll Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone starting their career in payroll or HR who is eager to learn, highly organized, and comfortable working with data in a fast-paced environment. You will support the payroll process for temporary and internal employees while gaining hands-on experience with payroll systems, compliance, and customer service.

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Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for temporary associates and internal employees accurately and on schedule

• Review and enter timesheets, verifying hours, pay rates, approvals, and job assignments

• Set up and maintain employee direct deposit information, tax forms, wage garnishments, and other payroll deductions

• Maintain accurate employee records within the payroll/HRIS system

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws

• Communicate with recruiters, managers, and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies or missing information

• Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits as needed

• Collaborate with accounting and HR to ensure accurate billing, invoicing, and record-keeping

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees regarding paycheck questions and payroll policies

• Support special projects and process improvements within the payroll department

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Qualifications

• 0–2 years of payroll, HR, accounting, or administrative experience (internships or coursework welcomed)

• Interest in payroll, HR operations, or accounting

• Basic understanding of payroll concepts and wage & hour laws (training provided)

• Experience with payroll or HR software is a plus but not required

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Good organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and general office software