We are looking for a meticulous and dependable Payroll Specialist to join our team in Carleton, Michigan. This is a long-term contract position that requires processing payroll for a varying number of employees, ranging from 70 to 190, including hourly, salaried, and multi-state staff. The role is ideal for candidates with prior payroll experience who excel in maintaining accuracy and meeting strict deadlines. Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for employees, including hourly, salaried, and multi-state staff. • Collect, review, and verify timesheets and payroll data to ensure accuracy. • Enter payroll information promptly and efficiently while addressing any necessary adjustments or deductions. • Maintain detailed payroll records in compliance with company policies and legal regulations. • Audit payroll reports for accuracy and resolve discrepancies before submission. • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and provide effective solutions. • Utilize intermediate Excel skills, such as pivot tables, to organize and analyze payroll data. • Collaborate with HR and management to manage new hires, terminations, and employee updates. • Ensure payroll processes align with company standards and deadlines. • Generate reports and support payroll-related audits as needed.

• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing, including multi-state payroll. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under deadlines. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, for data analysis and reconciliation. • High level of confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information responsibly. • Excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet submission deadlines. • Solid communication skills for effectively addressing payroll inquiries and collaborating with team members. • Familiarity with payroll compliance and regulatory requirements. • Ability to work independently while ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.

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Carleton, MI
onsite
Temporary
19.79 - 22.91 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous and dependable Payroll Specialist to join our team in Carleton, Michigan. This is a long-term contract position that requires processing payroll for a varying number of employees, ranging from 70 to 190, including hourly, salaried, and multi-state staff. The role is ideal for candidates with prior payroll experience who excel in maintaining accuracy and meeting strict deadlines. Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for employees, including hourly, salaried, and multi-state staff. • Collect, review, and verify timesheets and payroll data to ensure accuracy. • Enter payroll information promptly and efficiently while addressing any necessary adjustments or deductions. • Maintain detailed payroll records in compliance with company policies and legal regulations. • Audit payroll reports for accuracy and resolve discrepancies before submission. • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and provide effective solutions. • Utilize intermediate Excel skills, such as pivot tables, to organize and analyze payroll data. • Collaborate with HR and management to manage new hires, terminations, and employee updates. • Ensure payroll processes align with company standards and deadlines. • Generate reports and support payroll-related audits as needed.
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