Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for two detail-oriented Payroll Specialists to join a team in Memphis, Tennessee, in a Long-term Contract capacity. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll support for a large employee population across multiple states while maintaining compliance with established payroll standards. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, a careful approach to deductions and withholdings, and the ability to contribute effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll activities for a high-volume employee population, ensuring accuracy and on-time completion each pay cycle.

• Administer payroll for employees working across multiple states while applying appropriate wage, tax, and compliance requirements.

• Review and manage payroll deductions, including garnishments and other required withholdings, with close attention to detail.

• Audit payroll data to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and maintain accurate employee payment records.

• Support payroll operations during Oracle-related implementation activities as needed, helping maintain continuity in day-to-day processing.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, clarify records, and ensure smooth payroll execution.

• Maintain payroll documentation and follow established procedures to support compliance and reporting needs. Requirements • Demonstrated experience processing full-cycle payroll from initial input through final validation and distribution.

• Hands-on knowledge of multi-state payroll practices and related compliance considerations.

• Proven ability to manage payroll for large employee populations, including environments exceeding 500 employees.

• Experience handling payroll deductions, garnishments, and other required adjustments accurately.

• Prior exposure to Oracle payroll systems is strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of payroll procedures, controls, and accuracy standards.

• Excellent organizational skills and a high level of precision when working with sensitive payroll data.

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