Payroll Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for employees while maintaining compliance with all relevant labor and tax laws. Your expertise in payroll systems and accounting software will be essential in supporting our company's financial integrity and human resources functions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment where accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency are valued.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll using various systems such as Workday, Paychex, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, PeopleSoft, and Ceridian, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain and update employee records within HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and payroll systems, including benefits administration and time & attendance data.
• Reconcile payroll accounts through detailed analysis of spreadsheets, general ledger entries, and accounting software to ensure data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, labor regulations, and tax laws by applying current legal standards to payroll processing.
• Prepare and review payroll reports, tax filings, and journal entries related to payroll expenses for internal audit purposes.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while managing payroll tax calculations, deductions, and benefits administration.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies or issues related to accounts payable/receivable or benefits.

Skills

• Extensive experience with payroll systems such as Workday, Paychex, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, PeopleSoft, or Ceridian.
• Strong knowledge of employment & labor law, payroll tax regulations, and financial concepts related to payroll management.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets (Excel), accounting software, and general ledger reconciliation techniques.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and time & attendance systems for accurate data entry and reporting.
• Ability to perform detailed account reconciliation using double entry bookkeeping principles including debits & credits and journal entries.
• Excellent analysis skills for identifying discrepancies in payroll data or financial reports.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality protocols when handling sensitive employee information.

Join us as a Payroll Specialist if you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your attention to detail makes a real difference! Your expertise will help ensure our team members are paid accurately while supporting our commitment to compliance and financial integrity. We value proactive problem-solvers who are passionate about precision in payroll processing and dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and accuracy.

Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote