We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a non-profit organization in Norfolk, Virginia. This position will oversee accurate and timely payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while helping maintain compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on payroll expertise, experience with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to manage high-volume payroll operations with precision. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.• Administer multi-state payroll activities and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to maintain compliance.• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll entries, review calculations, validate deductions, and finalize payroll runs.• Audit payroll data such as hours worked, earnings, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings to resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.• Investigate payroll questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely issue resolution.• Prepare payroll-related reports and support recordkeeping requirements for internal review, compliance, and reconciliation purposes.• Coordinate with HR and finance teams to ensure employee changes, compensation updates, and deductions are reflected correctly in payroll.• Support payroll process improvements and assist with payroll-related system updates or workflow changes when needed.

• Proven experience processing full cycle payroll from data review through final distribution and reconciliation. • Hands-on background managing payroll for employees working in multiple states. • Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now in a high-volume payroll environment. • Demonstrated ability to process payroll for an organization with more than 500 employees. • Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax withholdings, deductions, and compliance requirements. • High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when handling sensitive payroll data. • Ability to communicate effectively with employees and cross-functional teams regarding payroll matters.

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Norfolk, VA
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Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a non-profit organization in Norfolk, Virginia. This position will oversee accurate and timely payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while helping maintain compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on payroll expertise, experience with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to manage high-volume payroll operations with precision. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.• Administer multi-state payroll activities and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to maintain compliance.• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll entries, review calculations, validate deductions, and finalize payroll runs.• Audit payroll data such as hours worked, earnings, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings to resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.• Investigate payroll questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely issue resolution.• Prepare payroll-related reports and support recordkeeping requirements for internal review, compliance, and reconciliation purposes.• Coordinate with HR and finance teams to ensure employee changes, compensation updates, and deductions are reflected correctly in payroll.• Support payroll process improvements and assist with payroll-related system updates or workflow changes when needed.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Norfolk, VA | Robert Half