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Payroll Specialist I
We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Memphis, Tennessee. In this role, you will assist with payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and addressing employee inquiries efficiently. This is a long-term contract position offering a chance to collaborate within a detail-oriented environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll across its full cycle, including data entry and reconciliation.<br>• Provide prompt and clear responses to employee payroll-related questions.<br>• Conduct audits of payroll data to ensure compliance and precision.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and a high standard of conduct when handling sensitive payroll information.<br>• Utilize payroll systems to manage and track employee compensation.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address ad hoc payroll issues as they arise.<br>• Support the implementation of ticketing systems for tracking and resolving payroll concerns.<br>• Assist in leveraging Workday for payroll operations and reporting.<br>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in payroll with attention to detail.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and legal requirements in payroll processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.<br>• 0-2 years of experience in payroll or a similar role.<br>• Proficiency in payroll systems, with Workday experience preferred.<br>• Strong customer service skills and ability to address inquiries effectively.<br>• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in payroll processing.<br>• Integrity in handling confidential employee information.<br>• Familiarity with ticketing systems for issue resolution.<br>• Knowledge of auditing and accounting functions related to payroll operations.
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  • Memphis, TN
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 20.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Memphis, Tennessee. In this role, you will assist with payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and addressing employee inquiries efficiently. This is a long-term contract position offering a chance to collaborate within a detail-oriented environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll across its full cycle, including data entry and reconciliation.<br>• Provide prompt and clear responses to employee payroll-related questions.<br>• Conduct audits of payroll data to ensure compliance and precision.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and a high standard of conduct when handling sensitive payroll information.<br>• Utilize payroll systems to manage and track employee compensation.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address ad hoc payroll issues as they arise.<br>• Support the implementation of ticketing systems for tracking and resolving payroll concerns.<br>• Assist in leveraging Workday for payroll operations and reporting.<br>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in payroll with attention to detail.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and legal requirements in payroll processes.
  • 2025-12-02T15:27:20Z

Payroll Specialist I Job in Memphis | Robert Half