A well-established non-profit organization in Ann Arbor is seeking a Payroll Specialist MUST HAVE Canadian payroll experience, to join their team on a long-term basis. This candidate will also come with payroll tax experience. Pay is up to $32 per hour, based on experience. Must be able to work onsite at least two days. Key Responsibilities: Multi-State Payroll Processing: Administer payroll across all 50 states, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations for non-exempt and exempt employees. Bi-Weekly Payroll Management: Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for the organization using ADP Workforce Now (preferred platform). Canadian Payroll Assistance: While U.S. payroll is mandatory, experience with Canadian payroll is a plus. Time Card Reviews: Remind employees and supervisors to approve timecards and ensure all hours are accurately reported. Documentation and System Transition: Assist with preparing payroll documentation to support the upcoming system transition (early next year). Required Qualifications: Multi-State Payroll Expertise, along with Canadian payroll experience: ADP Workforce Now: Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now preferred, but open to candidates with similar payroll systems experience. Hybrid Work Capability: Ability to commit to working on-site 3 days a week, with remote flexibility for the other 2 days. Experience with Exempt & Non-Exempt Payroll: Familiarity with payroll processing for both exempt and non-exempt employees. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Canadian Payroll processes is a MUST to be considered. Proven ability to quickly adapt and work with minimal oversight through SOPs and established workflows. Key Attributes: Detail-Oriented: Ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Problem-Solver: Someone who can easily connect the dots, “two and two together,” and resolve payroll issues proactively. Self-Starter: Effectively picking up processes and delivering results with autonomy. Additional Information: Contract duration may extend depending on the system transition and organizational needs. Competitive hourly pay based on experience.

• Proven experience managing multi-state payroll operations for a large workforce. • Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems. • Ability to work on-site in Ann Arbor, Michigan at least two days per week. • Strong understanding of payroll regulations for both exempt and non-exempt employees. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis and reporting. • Familiarity with Canadian payroll processes is a plus. • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work independently while following established workflows and procedures.

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Ann Arbor, MI
onsite
Temporary
27.00 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
A well-established non-profit organization in Ann Arbor is seeking a Payroll Specialist MUST HAVE Canadian payroll experience, to join their team on a long-term basis. This candidate will also come with payroll tax experience. Pay is up to $32 per hour, based on experience. Must be able to work onsite at least two days. Key Responsibilities: Multi-State Payroll Processing: Administer payroll across all 50 states, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations for non-exempt and exempt employees. Bi-Weekly Payroll Management: Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for the organization using ADP Workforce Now (preferred platform). Canadian Payroll Assistance: While U.S. payroll is mandatory, experience with Canadian payroll is a plus. Time Card Reviews: Remind employees and supervisors to approve timecards and ensure all hours are accurately reported. Documentation and System Transition: Assist with preparing payroll documentation to support the upcoming system transition (early next year). Required Qualifications: Multi-State Payroll Expertise, along with Canadian payroll experience: ADP Workforce Now: Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now preferred, but open to candidates with similar payroll systems experience. Hybrid Work Capability: Ability to commit to working on-site 3 days a week, with remote flexibility for the other 2 days. Experience with Exempt & Non-Exempt Payroll: Familiarity with payroll processing for both exempt and non-exempt employees. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Canadian Payroll processes is a MUST to be considered. Proven ability to quickly adapt and work with minimal oversight through SOPs and established workflows. Key Attributes: Detail-Oriented: Ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Problem-Solver: Someone who can easily connect the dots, “two and two together,” and resolve payroll issues proactively. Self-Starter: Effectively picking up processes and delivering results with autonomy. Additional Information: Contract duration may extend depending on the system transition and organizational needs. Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
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