Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a part-time experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and precision. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working with ADP Workforce Now and handling complex payroll activities in a fast-paced environment. This role is expected to work 15 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy from data review through final distribution.
• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying relevant wage, tax, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information.
• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and reconcile payroll data for regular and off-cycle payments.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding promptly to questions from employees and internal stakeholders.
• Review timekeeping and related payroll inputs to confirm completeness and alignment with company policies.
• Prepare payroll reports, audit findings, and supporting documentation for leadership, finance, and compliance needs.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll from input collection through final payroll close.
• Background processing multi-state payroll with a strong understanding of applicable regulations and tax considerations.
• Hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment.
• Ability to support payroll for an employee population exceeding 500 workers.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when handling sensitive compensation data.
• Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and correct issues efficiently.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.