Payroll Specialist

Description

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, takes pride in accuracy, and can confidently manage payroll responsibilities while partnering with accounting and human resources teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic business environment.

What You'll Do

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

• Maintain employee payroll records and process new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and related transactions.

• Assist with payroll tax activities, reporting requirements, audits, and compliance matters.

• Prepare payroll-related reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation as needed.

• Partner with Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources to support payroll operations and resolve employee inquiries.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Experience processing payroll in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

• Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance requirements, and payroll best practices.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and take ownership of responsibilities.

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to partner across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with payroll platforms such as Dayforce, ADP, UKG, Paylocity, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or similar systems.

• Experience supporting multi-state payroll operations.

• Familiarity with payroll taxes, garnishments, audits, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience working closely with Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources teams.

• Ability to identify efficiencies and contribute to process improvements within payroll operations.

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