Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll-related operations for an on-site team in Memphis, Tennessee. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid payroll foundation who can work accurately, learn quickly, and contribute reliably during a leave coverage assignment. The role requires confidence using spreadsheets, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to certified payroll processes with training provided.

Responsibilities:

• Support payroll activities by reviewing records, organizing payroll-related data, and helping maintain accurate documentation for processing workflows.
• Prepare and update spreadsheet information in Microsoft Excel, entering details carefully and working within prebuilt formulas and templates.
• Assist with certified payroll documentation and follow established government reporting standards, including required forms such as WH-347, after completing provided training.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather timekeeping and payroll details needed to keep records complete and current.
• Monitor payroll information for consistency and escalate discrepancies or missing details so issues can be resolved promptly.
• Maintain organized payroll files and ensure sensitive employee and compensation information is handled with confidentiality.
• Provide dependable on-site support Monday through Friday while delivering timely follow-up and consistent day-to-day assistance.
• Learn role-specific procedures quickly and apply them accurately to support ongoing payroll operations during the assignment.
• Prior experience working in payroll, with an understanding of payroll processes and related documentation.
• Background in full-cycle payroll, multi-state payroll, or both is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with certified payroll concepts or the ability to learn government payroll compliance requirements quickly.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including entering data accurately and working within existing spreadsheet formulas.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage payroll information with a high degree of accuracy.
• Reliable work habits and the ability to perform effectively in a fully on-site environment.
• Quick learner who can follow established procedures and adapt to new payroll requirements with training.