Position: Payroll Specialist
Location: On-site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: $40,000 – $50,000 (based on experience)

Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a great team. This role requires strong technical skills in Microsoft Excel, experience in payroll processing, and the ability to work with confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, IF Statements, SUMIF formulas, and other advanced functions (Macros and basic Visual Basic a plus)

• 2+ years of payroll experience preferred

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Experience with garnishments and payroll compliance a plus

• Tax knowledge a plus, but not required

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for employees across multiple locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Validate and input payroll data, including hours worked, deductions, and changes to W-4s, direct deposits, and addresses

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system errors

• Prepare payroll reports, monthly compensation sheets, and scheduled/ad hoc reports for leadership

• Track and manage sick/vacation requests, accrual balances, and related employee inquiries

• Maintain accurate payroll records and filing systems

• Assist with setup, maintenance, and monitoring of garnishments

• Write manual checks as needed

• Conduct employment eligibility verifications

• Support HR staff with reporting, compliance tracking, benefit uploads, and other administrative functions

• Complete special projects and assist with events, which may require occasional local travel

• Back up other HR functions as needed

Additional Information
This position requires a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, and the ability to work independently while collaborating as part of a team.


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