PT Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented PT Payroll Specialist to support a business services organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract opportunity will focus on accurate bi-weekly payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and day-to-day HR support for a workforce made up primarily of hourly employees. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to keep deadlines on track while partnering with managers and employees across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Administer bi-weekly payroll for a mixed workforce of hourly and salaried employees, ensuring earnings, deductions, and special compensation items are processed correctly and on schedule.

• Review timekeeping records, follow up with managers on missing or incomplete approvals, and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized.

• Support benefits administration activities, including enrollments, changes, renewals, and employee questions related to plan participation and deductibles.

• Maintain accurate employee files, payroll records, and HR documentation in accordance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

• Assist with year-end payroll tax activities and help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local reporting obligations.

• Provide administrative HR support in areas such as onboarding coordination, employment documentation, and general employee record maintenance.

• Partner with leadership on open enrollment preparation and ongoing benefit plan reviews to help keep programs current and well managed.

• Use ADP Workforce Now and related systems to process payroll transactions, manage employee data, and support routine reporting needs. Requirements • 2-4 years of experience in payroll, HR, or a related function, with hands-on responsibility for full-cycle payroll processing.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-state payroll while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

• Practical experience using ADP Workforce Now; familiarity with Ceridian or Dayforce is helpful.

• Strong working knowledge of payroll procedures, timekeeping practices, tax reporting, and employee benefits administration.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting tasks.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.

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