We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This role is vital in ensuring accurate and timely payroll tax filings, maintaining compliance with tax regulations, and supporting employee inquiries related to payroll matters. The ideal candidate will have experience with multi-state payroll processes and be proficient in utilizing payroll systems, specifically Paylocity. Responsibilities: • Prepare, review, and submit federal, state, and local payroll tax filings to ensure accuracy and timeliness. • Monitor updates to tax laws and regulations to maintain compliance. • Reconcile payroll tax accounts and promptly address any discrepancies. • Utilize Paylocity to process payroll tax reports, filings, and payments efficiently. • Maintain precise employee tax data within Paylocity, including jurisdiction setups and withholding elections. • Generate and review quarterly and annual tax reports, such as Form 941 and W-2s. • Support internal and external audits by providing detailed payroll tax documentation. • Respond to employee inquiries regarding tax withholdings and filings in a thorough and timely manner. • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to address and resolve tax-related issues.

• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing, including multi-state payroll. • Proficiency in using payroll systems, particularly Paylocity. • Strong knowledge of payroll tax reporting and compliance, including local payroll taxes. • Ability to handle payroll for organizations with over 500 employees. • Expertise in preparing payroll tax deposits and reconciling payroll accounts. • Familiarity with generating and reviewing payroll reports, such as Form 941 and W-2s. • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. • Effective communication skills to support employees and collaborate with internal teams.

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Minnetonka, MN
remote
Temporary
33.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This role is vital in ensuring accurate and timely payroll tax filings, maintaining compliance with tax regulations, and supporting employee inquiries related to payroll matters. The ideal candidate will have experience with multi-state payroll processes and be proficient in utilizing payroll systems, specifically Paylocity. Responsibilities: • Prepare, review, and submit federal, state, and local payroll tax filings to ensure accuracy and timeliness. • Monitor updates to tax laws and regulations to maintain compliance. • Reconcile payroll tax accounts and promptly address any discrepancies. • Utilize Paylocity to process payroll tax reports, filings, and payments efficiently. • Maintain precise employee tax data within Paylocity, including jurisdiction setups and withholding elections. • Generate and review quarterly and annual tax reports, such as Form 941 and W-2s. • Support internal and external audits by providing detailed payroll tax documentation. • Respond to employee inquiries regarding tax withholdings and filings in a thorough and timely manner. • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to address and resolve tax-related issues.
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