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Payroll Specialist
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations. Collaboration across departments and delivering excellent customer service are key aspects of this position.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process new employee documentation, verifying and entering employee data into the payroll system to ensure accurate record updates.<br>• Execute bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll cycles, including timesheet calculations, data entry, payroll processing, and manual check runs.<br>• Maintain compliance with legal requirements by processing child support, garnishments, and tax levy orders and payments.<br>• Ensure accurate deductions for insurance and benefits are applied to employee payrolls.<br>• Monitor and manage employee paid time off plans to maintain accurate records.<br>• Organize and store payroll timesheets and related documents within the electronic data storage system.<br>• Foster effective communication and collaboration across departments to address payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with company standards and policies.<br>• Utilize strong time management and organizational skills to meet payroll deadlines.
• Minimum of one year of experience in payroll processing or a similar role.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.<br>• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with team members and customers.<br>• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and payroll calculations.<br>• Familiarity with Mfiles and Great Plains systems is a plus.<br>• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively under deadlines.<br>• Successful completion of a background study and adherence to company driving record policies.<br>• Experience with high-volume data entry and numeric data processing.
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  • Golden Valley, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 21.00 - 23.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations. Collaboration across departments and delivering excellent customer service are key aspects of this position.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process new employee documentation, verifying and entering employee data into the payroll system to ensure accurate record updates.<br>• Execute bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll cycles, including timesheet calculations, data entry, payroll processing, and manual check runs.<br>• Maintain compliance with legal requirements by processing child support, garnishments, and tax levy orders and payments.<br>• Ensure accurate deductions for insurance and benefits are applied to employee payrolls.<br>• Monitor and manage employee paid time off plans to maintain accurate records.<br>• Organize and store payroll timesheets and related documents within the electronic data storage system.<br>• Foster effective communication and collaboration across departments to address payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with company standards and policies.<br>• Utilize strong time management and organizational skills to meet payroll deadlines.
  • 2025-11-10T13:59:03Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Golden Valley | Robert Half