Payroll Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and energetic Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic finance team. In this vital role, you will manage payroll processing, ensure compliance with employment and labor laws, and maintain accurate payroll records. Your expertise will help us deliver timely and precise compensation to our employees while safeguarding sensitive information. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization committed to operational excellence and employee satisfaction.

Duties

• Process payroll accurately and efficiently using various payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UltiPro, Kronos, Ceridian, and other supported platforms
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and labor laws related to payroll tax, wage garnishments, and benefits administration
• Reconcile payroll data with accounting records including general ledger entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and non-profit accounting systems
• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll information and handle sensitive data with integrity
• Prepare detailed reports on payroll expenses, tax filings, and labor law compliance for internal audits and external agencies
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure accurate employee data entry in HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems) and other HR systems
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs and support time & attendance systems for accurate payroll calculation

Requirements

• Proven experience managing payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, Kronos, UltiPro or Ceridian with strong technical support skills
• Solid understanding of employment law, labor law compliance, payroll tax regulations, and financial concepts related to payroll management
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks), and general ledger reconciliation techniques
• Strong analysis skills with the ability to perform account reconciliation, journal entries, double entry bookkeeping, and debits & credits accurately
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Familiarity with time & attendance systems and benefits administration processes
• Excellent data entry skills including 10-key typing speed and attention to detail in bookkeeping tasks

Join our team as a Payroll Specialist where your expertise will drive efficiency in our payroll operations while supporting our commitment to fair pay practices. We value your dedication to accuracy and compliance as we work together to empower our organization’s success!

Pay: $26.60 - $32.03 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Remote